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Cucumber Mint Cooler

Delightfully Refreshing Cucumber Mint Cooler for Hot Days

Enjoy a refreshing Cucumber Mint Cooler, the perfect summer drink to cool down on hot days.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 medium Cucumber Preferably English cucumber for milder flavor.
  • 1 cup Mint Leaves Fresh spearmint recommended.
  • 1 cup Lime Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 3 cups Water Can use cold or sparkling water.
For Sweetening
  • 1 to taste Sweetener Options include sugar, honey, or agave nectar.
  • 1 to taste Stevia A sugar-free option for low-sugar diets.
Optional Enhancements
  • 1 teaspoon Black Salt Enhances flavor, can be omitted.
  • as needed Ice Cubes Use clear ice for presentation.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Fine Mesh Strainer
  • Large pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice 3-4 thin rounds of cucumber and soak in ice water for 10 minutes to firm up for garnish.
  2. Peel and chop 1 medium cucumber into small pieces to yield 1 cup, then place in the blender.
  3. Blend the chopped cucumber with the sweetener and mint leaves, along with 1 cup of cold water, until smooth.
  4. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl to separate the liquid from the pulp.
  5. In a large pitcher, combine the strained liquid with lime juice and black salt, and add 2 cups of water.
  6. Serve by placing cucumber slices in glasses, adding ice cubes, and pouring the cucumber mixture on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gSodium: 30mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Customize sweetness and ingredients to taste. Serve chilled for the best experience.

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