Cucumber lemonade

Cucumber lemonade is a wonderful refreshing and tonic drink. To prepare it, choose firm cucumbers with a rich aroma and uniform color. The recipe also includes lemon. Take it small, uniform in color without black spots, with a pleasant smell. The recipe for cucumber lemonade at home is very simple.

How to cook Cucumber lemonade

Step 1

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Prepare the syrup. Pour a glass of boiling water into a saucepan, add sugar and boil, stirring. Bring to a boil and cook for about 2 minutes. The sugar should completely dissolve.

Step 2

Cucumber lemonade

Chop the mint leaves with a knife or blender. Take a piece of gauze, pour the grated cucumbers and chopped mint into it. Squeeze the juice into a separate bowl or strain through a sieve with a spoon.

Step 3

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Add syrup, cooled water and lemon juice to the strained cucumber and mint juice. Stir.

Step 4

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Pour the lemonade into glasses.

Cucumber lemonade - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can use honey, agave syrup, or stevia as a natural sweetener. Adjust the quantity to taste, as these may be sweeter than sugar.
Store it in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days. Shake or stir before serving as separation may occur.
Yes, replace sugar with a keto-friendly sweetener like erythritol or monk fruit to make it low-carb.
Yes, but fresh lemon juice provides better flavor. If using bottled, adjust to taste as it can be more concentrated.
Reduce the lemon juice slightly for less tartness or add a splash of natural fruit juice like apple or grape for sweetness.
Yes, freeze it in ice cube trays or airtight containers. Thaw in the fridge overnight and stir before serving.
Basil, cilantro, or rosemary can add unique flavors. Adjust quantities as some herbs have stronger tastes.
Yes, finely chop the cucumbers and mint by hand, then strain through cheesecloth or a fine sieve for the juice.

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