The summer heat is upon us, and what better way to beat it than with a cool, refreshing glass of cucumber lemonade? This twist on the classic drink is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make.
Ingredients:
- 2 large cucumbers, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4-6 lemons)
- 3/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups cold water
- Ice cubes
- Thinly sliced cucumbers and lemon slices for garnish
Instructions:
- Puree the Cucumbers: In a blender, blend the chopped cucumbers until smooth. Strain the cucumber puree through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher, pressing on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible.
- Mix the Lemonade: To the cucumber juice in the pitcher, add the fresh lemon juice, sugar, and cold water. Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved. Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
- Chill and Serve: Add ice cubes to the pitcher and stir again. For the best flavor, let the lemonade chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Garnish and Enjoy: Pour the cucumber lemonade over ice, and garnish with thin slices of cucumber and lemon.
Tips:
- For a more intense cucumber flavor, leave the skin on the cucumbers before blending.
- If you don’t have a blender, you can grate the cucumbers instead.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of sugar to your taste.
- Add a few sprigs of fresh mint for an extra refreshing touch.
- This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger gatherings.
This refreshing drink is perfect for:
- A hot summer day
- A picnic or barbecue
- A healthy and delicious alternative to sugary drinks
- A fun and easy project to do with kids
So grab your ingredients and whip up a batch of this delicious cucumber lemonade. You’ll be glad you did!