Ingredients:
- 2 large cucumbers, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 8-10 limes)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to your desired sweetness)
- 4 cups cold water
- Ice cubes
- Lime slices and fresh mint sprigs (for garnish)
Instructions:
- In a blender or food processor, combine the chopped cucumbers and fresh mint leaves. Blend until smooth and well pureed.
- Using a fine-mesh sieve or a cheesecloth, strain the cucumber-mint mixture into a large pitcher, discarding any solids. This will give you a smooth cucumber-mint base for the limeade.
- Add the freshly squeezed lime juice to the pitcher with the cucumber-mint base.
- Stir in the granulated sugar, adjusting the amount to your desired level of sweetness. Mix well until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Pour in the cold water and give the mixture a good stir to combine all the ingredients.
- Taste the limeade and adjust the sweetness or tartness if needed. Add more sugar or lime juice according to your preference.
- Fill tall glasses with ice cubes and pour the cucumber mint limeade over the ice.
- Garnish each glass with a slice of lime and a sprig of fresh mint for a lovely presentation.
- Serve the refreshing Cucumber Mint Limeade immediately, and enjoy the cooling flavors on a hot day!
This delightful limeade is a perfect blend of cucumber’s crispness, mint’s refreshing touch, and the zesty tang of lime. It’s a wonderful thirst-quencher that will surely brighten up your day!