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Cucumber Lemonade

Ultimate Cucumber Lemonade: Hydrating Bliss for Hot Days

Enjoy this refreshing Cucumber Lemonade, a hydrating drink perfect for hot days, low-calorie, and vegan-friendly.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Beverage
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2-3 medium Cucumbers Provides hydration; use fresh, firm cucumbers for the best flavor.
  • 4-6 lemons Lemon Juice Adds tanginess and vitamin C; freshly squeezed is preferred.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the beverage; can be adjusted to taste.
  • 4-6 cups Cold Water Dilutes the juice for a refreshing drink; can use sparkling water for a fizzy version.
  • as needed Ice Cubes Keeps the drink chilled.
For Garnish
  • as needed Lemon Slices Adds visual appeal and a burst of extra lemony flavor.
  • as needed Cucumber Slices Enhances presentation and adds a cool touch.
  • as needed Fresh Mint Leaves Optional; adds aroma and enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Fine Mesh Sieve
  • large pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash two to three fresh cucumbers thoroughly. Peel if desired and slice them into manageable pieces. Blend cucumber pieces on high until smooth, 1-2 minutes.
  2. Place a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth over a large pitcher. Pour blended cucumber puree into the sieve and press down gently to extract juice, 3-5 minutes.
  3. Squeeze juice from 4-6 fresh lemons and add to the pitcher with cucumber juice. Add desired granulated sugar and stir until dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour in 4-6 cups of cold water to the pitcher. Stir for about 1-2 minutes to ensure even mixture.
  5. Taste the lemonade and adjust sweetness or tanginess as needed, mixing until dissolved.
  6. Transfer the pitcher to the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to enhance flavor.
  7. Serve over ice, garnished with lemon slices, cucumber ribbons, and fresh mint leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 15gPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, allow the Cucumber Lemonade to chill in the refrigerator and customize sweetness to taste.

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