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Refreshing Cucumber Mint Cooler

Cool cucumber, fresh mint, and bright lime blended into a lightly sweetened drink — a garden-fresh cooler that tastes like the first truly warm afternoon of the year.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Fine strainer
  • Pitcher

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large cucumber, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 cup mint leaves, packed
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup (adjust to taste)
  • 4 cups cold water or sparkling water
  • Ice cubes for serving
  • Mint sprigs and cucumber slices for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Blend Ingredients: In a blender, combine the diced cucumber, mint leaves, lime juice, and honey. Blend until smooth.
  • Strain the Mixture: Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher to remove any pulp. Use a spatula to press down the mixture to extract as much liquid as possible.
  • Mix with Water: Add the cold water or sparkling water to the pitcher and stir well. Taste and adjust sweetness, if desired.
  • Serve: Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the cucumber mint cooler over the ice, and garnish with mint sprigs and cucumber slices. Enjoy chilled!