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Cucumber Mint Cooler

Cucumber Mint Cooler: Your Ultimate Refreshing Summer Sip

Cucumber Mint Cooler is a refreshing summer drink that hydrates and revitalizes with the crispness of cucumber and fresh mint.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 English cucumber Cucumber Provides the refreshing base; opt for English cucumbers for a milder flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh mint leaves Adds vibrant aroma; spearmint or peppermint is best.
  • 1/4 cup Lime juice Preferably freshly squeezed for best taste.
For Sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Sweetener Sugar, honey, or maple syrup; use stevia for sugar-free.
  • 1 pinch Black salt Enhances overall flavor.
For Serving
  • 2 cups Ice cubes Essential for keeping the drink cold.
  • Optional ingredients Add ginger, coconut water, or fresh fruits.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • fine-mesh strainer
  • Pitcher
  • glasses

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by prepping your garnishes. Slice 3–4 thin rounds of cucumber and place them in a bowl filled with ice-cold water for 10–15 minutes.
  2. Peel and chop one English cucumber into small pieces, aiming for around 1 cup.
  3. In a blender, combine the chopped cucumber, fresh mint leaves, sweetener, and 1 cup of water. Blend on high for 30 seconds.
  4. Strain the blended mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl or pitcher, extracting as much liquid as possible.
  5. Stir in freshly squeezed lime juice and a pinch of black salt, adjusting sweetness as desired.
  6. Serve in tall glasses filled with ice, garnished with soaked cucumber slices and mint leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gSodium: 70mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor. Customize with ginger or seasonal fruits as desired.

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