I have to be honest with you—I wasn’t always a big fan of cucumber in drinks. I thought, who even puts cucumber in a drink? But then one hot day, I tried cucumber mint lemonade at a friend’s house, and boom—I was hooked.
It was cool, refreshing, and way better than plain lemonade. That’s when I decided to make my own version, and the best part? It only takes about 19 minutes.
Let me show you how I make it, and trust me, once you try it, you’ll be making this all summer.
Why Cucumber Mint Lemonade?
You know how regular lemonade is sweet, tangy, and refreshing? Now imagine that but with a cool twist.
The cucumber adds a soft, fresh taste, the mint makes it super cooling, and together with lemon—it’s like a spa in a glass.
This drink doesn’t just taste good; it feels like it calms you down instantly.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Don’t worry, the ingredients are super simple. You probably already have most of them at home:
- 1 large cucumber (peeled and sliced)
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 3 to 4 medium lemons (juiced)
- ½ cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups chilled water
- Ice cubes (as much as you like)
Optional: A pinch of black salt or soda water for extra fizz.
Step-by-Step Recipe (Ready in 19 Minutes)
Step 1: Prep the Ingredients
Peel and slice the cucumber. Wash the mint leaves. Squeeze out fresh lemon juice. This part takes only a few minutes.
Step 2: Blend It All
In a blender, add cucumber slices, mint leaves, lemon juice, sugar, and 1 cup of water. Blend until smooth.
Step 3: Strain for Smoothness
Pour the mixture through a strainer into a jug to remove pulp and get that clean, smooth drink.
Step 4: Add Water & Chill
Add the remaining water to the jug. Stir well. Add ice cubes. If you like fizz, add some soda water at this stage.
Step 5: Serve Fresh
Pour into glasses, garnish with a mint leaf or a thin cucumber slice, and enjoy your homemade cucumber mint lemonade.
Done in under 19 minutes—told you it’s easy!
Tips to Make It Even Better
- Use honey instead of sugar for a healthier version.
- Add ginger slices while blending if you like a spicy kick.
- Chill your lemons and cucumber before blending for an instantly colder drink.
- Make ice cubes with mint leaves inside—they look pretty and add flavor as they melt.
Why You’ll Love This Drink
This lemonade is not just tasty; it’s also healthy. Cucumber hydrates, mint cools you down, and lemon is packed with Vitamin C.
So you’re not only drinking something refreshing—you’re also doing your body a favor. Plus, it looks so fancy when served, but takes almost no effort to make.
FAQs
Q1: Can I make this drink ahead of time?
Yes, but it tastes best fresh. If you want to make ahead, keep the base (without ice) in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
Q2: Can I skip sugar?
Of course! You can replace sugar with honey, stevia, or just skip sweetener if you like it tangy.
Q3: Do I need to strain it?
If you like a smooth drink, yes. But if you don’t mind pulp, you can skip straining.
Q4: Can I use bottled lemon juice?
Fresh lemon juice always tastes better, but if bottled is all you have, go for it.
Q5: Is this good for weight loss?
Yes, if you skip sugar and use honey or no sweetener, it’s a very light and refreshing detox-style drink.
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