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Refreshing Cucumber Mint Lemonade: Best Easy Summer Drink

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This refreshing cucumber mint lemonade is made with fresh cucumber, mint, and lemon juice for a cool, hydrating summer drink that comes together in under 10 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large English cucumber (or 2 regular cucumbers), roughly chopped
  • 1 cup fresh mint leaves, tightly packed
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 5–6 large lemons)
  • ½ cup honey or agave syrup (adjust to taste)
  • 4 cups cold water
  • Ice cubes, for serving
  • Thin cucumber slices (for garnish, optional)
  • Fresh mint sprigs (for garnish, optional)
  • Lemon wheels (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash the cucumber thoroughly. If the skin is waxed or shiny, peel it lightly. Roughly chop the cucumber into 1-inch chunks. Pick the mint leaves off the stems; discard the stems. Juice the lemons until you have 1 cup of fresh lemon juice. Strain the juice through a small sieve to catch any seeds.
  2. Add the chopped cucumber, mint leaves, fresh lemon juice, and honey (or chosen sweetener) to the blender. Pour in 1 cup of the cold water. Blend on high for 45-60 seconds, until the mixture is completely smooth and looks like a pale green puree.
  3. Place a fine-mesh strainer over a large pitcher. Pour the blended mixture through the strainer. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to press the solids gently, extracting as much liquid as possible. Discard the pulp.
  4. Add the remaining 3 cups of cold water to the pitcher. Stir well. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed. The flavor should be bright, slightly sweet, and very refreshing.
  5. Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the lemonade over the ice, and garnish with cucumber slices, mint sprigs, and lemon wheels if desired.

Notes

For best results, use fresh lemon juice and avoid over-blending the mint to prevent bitterness. The lemonade can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For a sparkling version, replace 2 cups of still water with club soda just before serving.

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