Here’s a refreshing recipe for Fresh Cucumber Lemonade — perfect for hot days, light meals, or spa-like hydration. It’s cool, crisp, and slightly tangy with a natural sweetness.
🥒🍋 Fresh Cucumber Lemonade
Ingredients (Makes 4–5 cups):
- 1 large cucumber, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup honey or sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups cold water
- Ice cubes
- Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
- Lemon slices or cucumber slices (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Blend Cucumber:
- In a blender, combine chopped cucumber and 1 cup of water.
- Blend until smooth, then strain through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth for a smoother drink (optional).
- Mix Lemonade:
- In a large pitcher, combine:
- Fresh lemon juice
- Cucumber juice
- Sweetener (start with 1/2 cup and adjust to taste)
- Remaining 3 cups cold water
- Stir until sweetener is fully dissolved.
- In a large pitcher, combine:
- Chill & Serve:
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for best flavor.
- Serve over ice with mint leaves and garnish with cucumber or lemon slices.
Optional Variations:
- Sparkling: Replace some water with sparkling water or club soda.
- Herbal: Add basil or mint during blending for a herbal twist.
- Spicy: Add a thin slice of jalapeño for a mild kick.
Would you like a low-sugar or cocktail version of this recipe?