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Cucumber Lemonade

Cucumber Lemonade: Refreshing Twist for Hot Summer Days

Cucumber lemonade is a refreshing, hydrating drink perfect for summer days, offering a customizable sweetness and vibrant presentation.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups English Cucumbers Chopped
  • 1 cup Fresh Lemon Juice From about 4 lemons
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste
  • 4 cups Cold Water
For Serving
  • as needed Ice Cubes
  • slices Cucumber and Lemon Slices For garnish
  • as needed Fresh Mint Leaves Optional
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Enhances flavor
For Variations
  • as needed Sparkling Water Optional for a fizzy version
  • as needed Optional Simple Syrup Combine sugar and water

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Fine mesh sieve
  • Pitcher
  • Saucepan
  • citrus juicer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Cucumber Lemonade
  1. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly, slice off both ends, and chop them into manageable chunks, keeping the skin on.
  2. Blend the cucumber chunks in a high-speed blender on high for 60 to 90 seconds until smooth.
  3. Strain the blended cucumber mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large bowl and discard the pulp.
  4. In a small saucepan, combine granulated sugar and water over medium heat until dissolved. Allow to cool.
  5. Juice about four lemons to extract fresh lemon juice, aiming for one cup.
  6. In a pitcher, combine cucumber juice, lemon juice, and simple syrup (if using) with salt. Stir well.
  7. Add cold water to the pitcher and stir well to mix all flavors. Adjust sweetness if necessary.
  8. Add ice to the pitcher to chill the lemonade, letting it sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  9. Serve the cucumber lemonade over ice, garnished with cucumber and lemon slices and mint leaves, and add sparkling water if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 24gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 120mgSugar: 22gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 5mg

Notes

Cucumber lemonade is best served fresh. Adjust sweetness to taste and enjoy the refreshing flavors! Ideal for summer gatherings.

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