Cucumber fresh water with lime and mint
This is the only cool water you need for hot days this summer. Imagine the freshness of cucumber with lime and mint—the best.
4 servings
Calories: 92kcal
Ingredients
- 3 small cucumbers in pieces
- 10 mint leaves
- 3 limes, peeled and seeded
- ¼ cup sugar
- 4 cups water
Instructions
- Cut the cucumbers into large pieces. No need to peel them.
- Peel the limes, remove the white pith, and check for seeds. Or use just the juice.
- Separate the mint leaves from the stems.
- Add cucumbers, limes, mint, sugar, and water to a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Strain through a fine-mesh sieve. Press the pulp with the back of a spoon to extract all the juice.
- Taste and adjust sugar if needed. Serve in glasses with lots of ice.
Notes
1. Whole lime vs. juice: the whole peeled lime gives a more intense, slightly bitter flavor. Use just the juice if making ahead or if you prefer a milder taste.
2. Best freshly made. Can be refrigerated up to 2 days.
3. Adjust sugar to taste. Also works with agave, honey, or no sweetener at all.
2. Best freshly made. Can be refrigerated up to 2 days.
3. Adjust sugar to taste. Also works with agave, honey, or no sweetener at all.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 92kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 18mg | Potassium: 372mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 293IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 1mg