Refreshing Cucumber Lemonade (Printable Version)
A crisp blend of cucumber and lemon juice, perfectly sweetened and chilled for refreshing summer moments.
# Ingredients:
→ Fresh Produce
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2 large cucumbers, peeled and chopped (approx. 600g)
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1 cup fresh lemon juice (approx. 240ml, from 4-6 lemons)
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Thinly sliced cucumber and lemon for garnish
→ Pantry
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150g granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
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4 cups cold water (960ml)
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Ice cubes as needed
# Steps:
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Place peeled and chopped cucumbers into a blender and blend until smooth. Strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher, pressing solids to extract maximum juice.
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Add fresh lemon juice and granulated sugar to the cucumber juice. Stir continuously until sugar fully dissolves. Adjust sweetness if necessary.
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Pour cold water into the mixture and stir to combine. Add ample ice cubes to chill. Refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
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Serve lemonade over ice in tall glasses. Garnish each serving with thin cucumber and lemon slices to enhance flavor and presentation.
# Notes:
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Chilling the lemonade for at least an hour improves flavor integration. Leftovers should be refrigerated and consumed within 3 days.