Name: Cucumber Lime Cooler
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 large cucumber thinly sliced; 1/2 cup fresh lime juice about 4 to 5 limes; 4 cups cold water; 2 to 3 Tbsp honey or sugar to taste; 1 to 2 cups ice cubes; 8 to 10 fresh mint leaves optional

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Overview

Prep10 min

Cook0 min

Total10 min

Servings4

DifficultyEasy

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Ingredients

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Equipment

Pitcher
Citrus juicer
Tall glasses
Knife and cutting board

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Method

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Mix the lime-cucumber base

In a chilled pitcher, combine the fresh lime juice and honey or sugar and stir until the sweetener dissolves. Add the cold water and mix well.

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Infuse the cucumber

Add the thin cucumber slices and the mint leaves, if using. Let the mixture infuse for at least 10 minutes so the cucumber flavor develops.

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Pour over ice

Fill tall glasses with ice cubes and pour the cucumber lime mixture over the ice, making sure each glass gets a few cucumber and lime slices. Serve immediately.

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Tips

NoteUse fresh lime juice; bottled lacks the same bright lift.

NoteFor a sparkling version, replace the cold water with sparkling water just before serving.

NoteMake it up to 24 hours ahead and keep covered in the fridge; add ice at serving time.

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Nutrition

Caloriesabout 60 per serving

NoteApproximate; depends on sweetener used

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Storage

RefrigeratorStore covered in the fridge up to 2 days; add ice just before serving.

Best freshServe cold and crisp right after pouring over ice.

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Frequently asked

Can I make it without sweetener?+

Yes, skip it for a more tart and natural flavor.

How long should it infuse?+

At least 10 minutes, or up to 1 hour for a stronger cucumber note.

Can I make it sparkling?+

Replace the cold water with sparkling water just before serving.

Cucumber Lime Cooler

Overview

Ingredients

Equipment