Minty Cucumber Cooler Drink Recipe
Enjoyed as a midday pick-me-up or a refreshing accompaniment to a summer meal, our Minty Cucumber Cooler is sure to refresh and delight. Take a sip and experience the crisp, clean taste of summer with this invigorating blend of cucumber and mint.
Yields:
Total time:
4-6 servings
Approximately 10 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 large cucumber, peeled and sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons honey or agave nectar
- 4 cups cold water
- Ice cubes
- Cucumber slices and mint sprigs for garnish
Instructions:
Step 1:
In a blender, combine the sliced cucumber, lime juice, mint leaves, and honey or agave nectar.
Step 2:
Blend until the mixture is smooth. Strain the cucumber mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher.
Step 3
Stir in the cold water until well combined. Chill the minty cucumber cooler in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
step 4
To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled cucumber cooler over the ice.
step 5
Garnish each glass with a slice of cucumber and a sprig of mint.
Nutrition per serving (approximate):
Calories: 40
Fat: 0g
Protein: 1g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 6g
Benefits:
- Hydrating and cooling, perfect for hot summer days.
- Supports hydration with high water content from cucumber.
- Contains mint, aiding digestion and providing a refreshing flavor.
- Low in calories and sugar, making it a guilt-free option.
- Helps to detoxify the body with cucumber’s natural cleansing properties.
