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Fresh Refreshing Cucumber Mint Lemonade Recipe for Hot Summer Days

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A crisp, cool, and lightly sweetened lemonade featuring fresh cucumber and mint, perfect for hot summer days and quick to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large fresh lemons, juiced (about 1 cup or 240 ml lemon juice)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar or honey (100 g, adjust to taste)
  • 4 cups cold water (960 ml), plus extra for dilution if needed
  • 1 medium English cucumber, peeled and roughly chopped
  • ½ cup fresh mint leaves (about 15 g), washed and patted dry
  • Optional garnishes: lemon slices, extra mint sprigs, ice cubes

Instructions

  1. Juice the lemons using a citrus reamer or juicer to extract about 1 cup (240 ml) of fresh lemon juice. Remove any seeds.
  2. Peel the cucumber and roughly chop into 1-inch pieces. Wash and pat dry the mint leaves.
  3. Place the chopped cucumber and mint leaves in a blender. Add about ½ cup (120 ml) of cold water and pulse until smooth but not watery, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  4. Pour the cucumber-mint puree through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a bowl or pitcher. Press out as much liquid as possible to yield about ¾ cup (180 ml) of juice.
  5. In a large pitcher, combine the fresh lemon juice and granulated sugar or honey. Stir vigorously until the sugar dissolves, about 2-3 minutes. Add a splash of cold water if the mixture is too strong or sweet.
  6. Add the strained cucumber-mint juice and the remaining cold water (about 3 ½ cups or 840 ml) to the lemonade base. Stir gently to combine. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness as needed.
  7. Refrigerate the lemonade for at least 30 minutes to chill and allow flavors to meld. Serve over ice, garnished with lemon slices and fresh mint sprigs.

Notes

Use English cucumbers for a smoother texture. Adjust sweetness gradually to balance tartness. For a sparkling version, substitute half the water with sparkling water before serving. Prepare cucumber-mint juice and lemonade base separately if making ahead. Store leftovers in a sealed pitcher in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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