Fresh Cucumber Juice
By The Taste for Life Test Kitchen
Prep Time
15 minutes
Number of Servings
Serves 2
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice (optional)
- 1-2 tsp honey (optional)
- Pinch of salt (optional)
- Fresh mint leaves (for garnish, optional)
Directions
- Rinse cucumbers thoroughly. If you prefer a smoother, less vibrantly colored juice, peel the cucumbers, or leave skin on for added nutrients.
- Cut cucumbers into chunks, and place in blender. Add lemon juice, honey, and salt, if using. Blend until smooth.
- For clearer juice, strain mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a bowl or pitcher to remove pulp. Use a spoon to press down on the pulp to extract more juice.
- Pour juice into glasses over ice. Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if using. Serve immediately. Leftover juice can be stored in refrigerator for up to 2 days but is best enjoyed fresh.
Nutrition Info
With lemon juice, 1 teaspoon honey, and 1⁄4 teaspoon salt: 58 Calories, 2 g Protein, 0 mg Cholesterol, 14 g Carbohydrates, 8 g Total sugars (3 g Added sugars), 2 g Fiber, 0 g Total fat (0 g sat), 297 mg Sodium, ★★★★ Vitamin K, ★ Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Phosphorus, Potassium
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The Taste for Life Test Kitchen
The Taste for Life staffers have a wide variety of backgrounds and dietary needs. We're always experimenting in the kitchen, and love to share what we cook—and what we learn in the process.
