Cucumber lemonade is such a refreshing drink, especially on a hot day! Here’s a simple recipe to make your own:
Ingredients:
- 1 large cucumber, peeled and chopped
- 4-5 lemons, juiced
- 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups water
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- In a blender, puree the chopped cucumber until smooth.
- Strain the cucumber puree through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to extract the juice. Discard the pulp.
- In a pitcher, combine the cucumber juice, freshly squeezed lemon juice, sugar, and water. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
- Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness or tartness by adding more sugar or lemon juice if needed.
- Chill the cucumber lemonade in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the cucumber lemonade over the ice. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
- Stir well before serving, and enjoy your refreshing cucumber lemonade!
Feel free to customize the recipe by adding a splash of sparkling water for some fizz or a few slices of lemon or cucumber for extra freshness. Enjoy!
