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Fresh Watermelon Cucumber Mint Juice

Fresh Watermelon Cucumber Mint Juice for Ultimate Refreshment

Refreshing and hydrating Fresh Watermelon Cucumber Mint Juice, perfect for hot summer days.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 85
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mint Syrup
  • 4 cups filtered water Use spring water for enhanced flavor.
  • 1 cup fresh mint leaves Can substitute with fresh basil.
  • 1 cup organic cane sugar Can replace with honey or agave syrup.
For the Juice
  • 3 cups fresh cubed watermelon Opt for seedless watermelon for convenience.
  • 1 whole organic cucumber, peeled and chopped Choose English cucumbers for a milder taste.
  • 1 tablespoon freshly-squeezed lemon juice Fresh lime juice can serve as an alternative.

Equipment

  • blender
  • Medium saucepan
  • Fine Mesh Strainer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 4 cups of filtered water, 1 cup of fresh mint leaves, and 1 cup of organic cane sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes until sugar dissolves. Let cool for 30 minutes and strain out mint leaves.
  2. Pour cooled mint syrup into a blender. Add 3 cups of fresh cubed watermelon, 1 peeled and chopped cucumber, and 1 tablespoon of freshly-squeezed lemon juice. Blend on medium-high speed for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
  3. Optionally, strain the blended juice through a fine-mesh strainer set over a pitcher for a smoother texture.
  4. Chill the juice in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or serve immediately over ice, garnishing with fresh basil or watermelon chunks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 85kcalCarbohydrates: 22gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Keep the mint syrup cool before blending for best flavor. You may blend in batches to avoid spills. Add seltzer for a fizzy twist.

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