Drink, Lemonade, Cucumber, Summer Beverage (Print Version)
Ingredients:
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2 large cucumbers, peeled and chopped.
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1 cup fresh lemon juice (approximately 4-6 lemons).
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3/4 cup sugar (adjust to your taste).
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4 cups cold water.
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Ice cubes.
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Thinly sliced cucumbers and lemon slices for garnish.
Instructions:
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Blend the peeled and chopped cucumbers until smooth. Strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher, pressing on the solids to extract as much juice as possible.
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Add the fresh lemon juice, sugar, and cold water to the cucumber juice in the pitcher. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved. Taste and adjust the sweetness if needed.
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Add ice cubes to the pitcher and stir again. Refrigerate for at least an hour for the best flavor.
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Pour the chilled cucumber lemonade over ice in glasses. Garnish with thin cucumber and lemon slices for an extra refreshing touch.
Notes:
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Refreshing Cucumber Lemonade is the perfect drink for hot summer days. The combination of cucumber and lemon provides a delightful balance of flavors that is both cooling and invigorating.