Name: Cucumber Mint Cooler Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 large cucumber, peeled and sliced; 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons); 2-3 tablespoons honey or agave syrup (adjust to taste); 4 cups cold water or sparkling water (for a fizzy version); Ice cubes, for serving; Lemon slices; Mint sprigs; Cucumber slices

Description

This Cucumber Mint Cooler is a refreshing, light, and hydrating drink perfect for warm days. Made with fresh cucumber, mint leaves, and a touch of lemon juice, sweetened naturally with honey or agave syrup, it’s a revitalizing beverage that can be enjoyed still or sparkling. Easy to prep and serve chilled, it’s a healthy and delicious way to stay cool.

Ingredients

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Primary Ingredients

1 large cucumber, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
2-3 tablespoons honey or agave syrup (adjust to taste)
4 cups cold water or sparkling water (for a fizzy version)

For Serving

Ice cubes, for serving
Lemon slices
Mint sprigs
Cucumber slices

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Instructions

Prepare Ingredients: Wash and peel the cucumber, then slice it into chunks to facilitate blending. Pick fresh mint leaves from the stems to maximize flavor and freshness.
Blend Mixture: In a blender, combine the cucumber chunks, fresh mint leaves, lemon juice, and honey or agave syrup. Add 2 cups of cold water and blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Strain Smooth: For an extra smooth texture, strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove pulp and solids.
Add Water and Combine: Add the remaining 2 cups of cold water or replace with sparkling water if a fizzy drink is preferred. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
Serve: Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the cucumber mint cooler over the ice. Garnish each glass with lemon slices, mint sprigs, and cucumber slices for a decorative and flavorful touch.
Enjoy: Serve chilled for a revitalizing and hydrating drink that’s perfect to beat the heat.

Notes

Adjust sweetness to your taste by varying the amount of honey or agave syrup.
For a stronger mint flavor, add extra mint leaves during blending.
Sparking water adds a delightful fizz but cold still water works just as well.
Straining is optional but recommended for a smoother drink.
Keep chilled until served to maintain freshness and coolness.