ClosePhoto: Carson DowningEmbrace thehealth benefitsand refreshing taste of cucumbers with these simple and delicious recipes. Whether you prefer your cucumbers blended into a drink or chopped into a salad, you’ll find a dish here that you can make with five ingredients or less (not counting pantry staples like salt, pepper and oil). Recipes like our 3-Ingredient Cucumber Boursin Wrap and Cucumber-Mint Agua Fresca are the perfect way to enjoy the fresh flavors of this seasonal veggie.01of 143-Ingredient Cucumber Boursin WrapView RecipePhotographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Josh HoggleAn easy lunch is only three ingredients away with this cucumber Boursin wrap. Boursin spreadable cheese is flavorfulandfunctional, as it holds the chopped cucumber in place as you roll up the wrap. You can slice and enjoy this easy sandwich right away, or pack it up for lunch. If you are saving it for later, pat the chopped cucumber with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.02of 14Radish, Celery & Cucumber SaladView RecipeEva KolenkoIt’s worth using that special bottle of olive oil and seeking out Parmigiano-Reggiano, which is bolder than basic Parm, for this simple salad. Use a mandoline to shave the veggies if you have one.03of 14Tomato-Cucumber Salad with DillView RecipePhotographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Annie ProbstThis refreshing tomato-cucumber salad is commonly served all summer long in Ukraine. Since it’s such a simple recipe, the freshest, ripest vegetables really make it shine. Depending on the family’s traditions, this salad can also be dressed with sour cream; this is a common Polish preparation as well. But in the author’s family, it’s all about the sunflower oil. Serve with dark rye bread, particularly to sop up all of the juices at the bottom of the bowl. For a complete Ukrainian summer meal, serve the salad with salty pickled herring and boiled new potatoes tossed with sunflower oil and dill.04of 14Cucumber-Mint Agua FrescaView RecipeCarson DowningThis fruit-infused water is cool, refreshing and perfect for warm weather. To create this agua fresca, a drink popular throughout Mexico and South America, we blend cucumber and water with lime juice and mint for even more flavor. Want to make an alcoholic version? Try adding 1 1/2 ounces of vodka or gin into each serving.05of 14Sunomono (Japanese Cucumber Salad)View RecipeCrystal HughesThis version of sunomono uses more readily available English or slicing cucumbers, but if you live near an Asian market, you could substitute Japanese cucumbers. Some recipes call for salting the cucumbers first, but we found that squeezing them in paper towels removed enough excess moisture without adding additional sodium. This Japanese-inspired salad is cool, crisp and simply delicious.06of 14Cucumber JuiceView RecipeVictor ProtasioThis beautiful bright green cucumber juice is packed with fresh cucumber flavor. Coconut water and apple add natural sweetness to this refreshing drink.07of 14Purslane, Cucumber & Tomato Salad with MintView RecipePurslane is a nutrient-packed green with a bright, lemony flavor and delicate crunch. Many gardeners in the U.S. consider it a weed, but Cypriots use it to make refreshing salads. If it isn’t growing in your own yard, try calling a local vegetable farmer, who might be pleased to give some away, or you can order it from melissas.com or chefs-garden.com. Watercress makes a peppery substitute in this simple salad recipe.08of 14Cucumber Margarita MocktailView RecipeThis refreshing margarita mocktail perfectly combines the cool taste of cucumbers with the delicious tart flavor of fresh limes. It’s lightly sweetened with agave and it’s alcohol-free!09of 14Cucumber Vinegar SaladView RecipePhotographer / Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist / Kay Clarke, Food Stylist / Ruth BlackburnThis cucumber vinegar salad has the perfect balance between sweet and sour flavors plus a hint of fresh dill. The red onion adds a nice crunch.10of 14Strawberry-Cucumber JuiceView RecipeThis refreshing, healthy strawberry-cucumber juice is also made with an apple and carrots, making it taste like the farmers' market in a glass. No juicer? No problem. See the juicing variation below to make this strawberry-cucumber juice recipe in a blender.11of 14Cucumber-Mint SpritzerView RecipeCucumbers and mint pair delightfully in this refreshing spritzer that’s perfect for a summer afternoon on the porch.12of 14Cucumber-Yogurt SaladView RecipeA refreshing accompaniment to a main course of meat or fish, this cucumber-yogurt salad also makes a tasty filling for pita bread. If the cucumbers are grated instead of chopped, this mixture can be served as a dip.13of 14Lemon, Cucumber & Mint Infused WaterView RecipeRefresh and hydrate with this citrusy spa water. Adding fresh fruit, veggies and herbs to still or sparkling water is a great way to boost flavor without adding calories or sugar. Serve in a pitcher for a party or bottle individually for on-the-go hydration.14of 14Cucumber LemonadeView RecipePhotographer / Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist / Kay Clarke, Food Stylist / Ruth BlackburnThis cucumber lemonade is a spa-in-a-glass! It’s not overly sweet, with a healthy balance of tangy lemon juice and refreshing cucumber flavor. A hint of mint adds a cooling backdrop.Was this page helpful?Thanks for your feedback!Tell us why!OtherSubmit
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Embrace thehealth benefitsand refreshing taste of cucumbers with these simple and delicious recipes. Whether you prefer your cucumbers blended into a drink or chopped into a salad, you’ll find a dish here that you can make with five ingredients or less (not counting pantry staples like salt, pepper and oil). Recipes like our 3-Ingredient Cucumber Boursin Wrap and Cucumber-Mint Agua Fresca are the perfect way to enjoy the fresh flavors of this seasonal veggie.01of 143-Ingredient Cucumber Boursin WrapView RecipePhotographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Josh HoggleAn easy lunch is only three ingredients away with this cucumber Boursin wrap. Boursin spreadable cheese is flavorfulandfunctional, as it holds the chopped cucumber in place as you roll up the wrap. You can slice and enjoy this easy sandwich right away, or pack it up for lunch. If you are saving it for later, pat the chopped cucumber with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.02of 14Radish, Celery & Cucumber SaladView RecipeEva KolenkoIt’s worth using that special bottle of olive oil and seeking out Parmigiano-Reggiano, which is bolder than basic Parm, for this simple salad. Use a mandoline to shave the veggies if you have one.03of 14Tomato-Cucumber Salad with DillView RecipePhotographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Annie ProbstThis refreshing tomato-cucumber salad is commonly served all summer long in Ukraine. Since it’s such a simple recipe, the freshest, ripest vegetables really make it shine. Depending on the family’s traditions, this salad can also be dressed with sour cream; this is a common Polish preparation as well. But in the author’s family, it’s all about the sunflower oil. Serve with dark rye bread, particularly to sop up all of the juices at the bottom of the bowl. For a complete Ukrainian summer meal, serve the salad with salty pickled herring and boiled new potatoes tossed with sunflower oil and dill.04of 14Cucumber-Mint Agua FrescaView RecipeCarson DowningThis fruit-infused water is cool, refreshing and perfect for warm weather. To create this agua fresca, a drink popular throughout Mexico and South America, we blend cucumber and water with lime juice and mint for even more flavor. Want to make an alcoholic version? Try adding 1 1/2 ounces of vodka or gin into each serving.05of 14Sunomono (Japanese Cucumber Salad)View RecipeCrystal HughesThis version of sunomono uses more readily available English or slicing cucumbers, but if you live near an Asian market, you could substitute Japanese cucumbers. Some recipes call for salting the cucumbers first, but we found that squeezing them in paper towels removed enough excess moisture without adding additional sodium. This Japanese-inspired salad is cool, crisp and simply delicious.06of 14Cucumber JuiceView RecipeVictor ProtasioThis beautiful bright green cucumber juice is packed with fresh cucumber flavor. Coconut water and apple add natural sweetness to this refreshing drink.07of 14Purslane, Cucumber & Tomato Salad with MintView RecipePurslane is a nutrient-packed green with a bright, lemony flavor and delicate crunch. Many gardeners in the U.S. consider it a weed, but Cypriots use it to make refreshing salads. If it isn’t growing in your own yard, try calling a local vegetable farmer, who might be pleased to give some away, or you can order it from melissas.com or chefs-garden.com. Watercress makes a peppery substitute in this simple salad recipe.08of 14Cucumber Margarita MocktailView RecipeThis refreshing margarita mocktail perfectly combines the cool taste of cucumbers with the delicious tart flavor of fresh limes. It’s lightly sweetened with agave and it’s alcohol-free!09of 14Cucumber Vinegar SaladView RecipePhotographer / Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist / Kay Clarke, Food Stylist / Ruth BlackburnThis cucumber vinegar salad has the perfect balance between sweet and sour flavors plus a hint of fresh dill. The red onion adds a nice crunch.10of 14Strawberry-Cucumber JuiceView RecipeThis refreshing, healthy strawberry-cucumber juice is also made with an apple and carrots, making it taste like the farmers' market in a glass. No juicer? No problem. See the juicing variation below to make this strawberry-cucumber juice recipe in a blender.11of 14Cucumber-Mint SpritzerView RecipeCucumbers and mint pair delightfully in this refreshing spritzer that’s perfect for a summer afternoon on the porch.12of 14Cucumber-Yogurt SaladView RecipeA refreshing accompaniment to a main course of meat or fish, this cucumber-yogurt salad also makes a tasty filling for pita bread. If the cucumbers are grated instead of chopped, this mixture can be served as a dip.13of 14Lemon, Cucumber & Mint Infused WaterView RecipeRefresh and hydrate with this citrusy spa water. Adding fresh fruit, veggies and herbs to still or sparkling water is a great way to boost flavor without adding calories or sugar. Serve in a pitcher for a party or bottle individually for on-the-go hydration.14of 14Cucumber LemonadeView RecipePhotographer / Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist / Kay Clarke, Food Stylist / Ruth BlackburnThis cucumber lemonade is a spa-in-a-glass! It’s not overly sweet, with a healthy balance of tangy lemon juice and refreshing cucumber flavor. A hint of mint adds a cooling backdrop.Was this page helpful?Thanks for your feedback!Tell us why!OtherSubmit
Embrace thehealth benefitsand refreshing taste of cucumbers with these simple and delicious recipes. Whether you prefer your cucumbers blended into a drink or chopped into a salad, you’ll find a dish here that you can make with five ingredients or less (not counting pantry staples like salt, pepper and oil). Recipes like our 3-Ingredient Cucumber Boursin Wrap and Cucumber-Mint Agua Fresca are the perfect way to enjoy the fresh flavors of this seasonal veggie.
01of 143-Ingredient Cucumber Boursin WrapView RecipePhotographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Josh HoggleAn easy lunch is only three ingredients away with this cucumber Boursin wrap. Boursin spreadable cheese is flavorfulandfunctional, as it holds the chopped cucumber in place as you roll up the wrap. You can slice and enjoy this easy sandwich right away, or pack it up for lunch. If you are saving it for later, pat the chopped cucumber with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.02of 14Radish, Celery & Cucumber SaladView RecipeEva KolenkoIt’s worth using that special bottle of olive oil and seeking out Parmigiano-Reggiano, which is bolder than basic Parm, for this simple salad. Use a mandoline to shave the veggies if you have one.03of 14Tomato-Cucumber Salad with DillView RecipePhotographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Annie ProbstThis refreshing tomato-cucumber salad is commonly served all summer long in Ukraine. Since it’s such a simple recipe, the freshest, ripest vegetables really make it shine. Depending on the family’s traditions, this salad can also be dressed with sour cream; this is a common Polish preparation as well. But in the author’s family, it’s all about the sunflower oil. Serve with dark rye bread, particularly to sop up all of the juices at the bottom of the bowl. For a complete Ukrainian summer meal, serve the salad with salty pickled herring and boiled new potatoes tossed with sunflower oil and dill.04of 14Cucumber-Mint Agua FrescaView RecipeCarson DowningThis fruit-infused water is cool, refreshing and perfect for warm weather. To create this agua fresca, a drink popular throughout Mexico and South America, we blend cucumber and water with lime juice and mint for even more flavor. Want to make an alcoholic version? Try adding 1 1/2 ounces of vodka or gin into each serving.05of 14Sunomono (Japanese Cucumber Salad)View RecipeCrystal HughesThis version of sunomono uses more readily available English or slicing cucumbers, but if you live near an Asian market, you could substitute Japanese cucumbers. Some recipes call for salting the cucumbers first, but we found that squeezing them in paper towels removed enough excess moisture without adding additional sodium. This Japanese-inspired salad is cool, crisp and simply delicious.06of 14Cucumber JuiceView RecipeVictor ProtasioThis beautiful bright green cucumber juice is packed with fresh cucumber flavor. Coconut water and apple add natural sweetness to this refreshing drink.07of 14Purslane, Cucumber & Tomato Salad with MintView RecipePurslane is a nutrient-packed green with a bright, lemony flavor and delicate crunch. Many gardeners in the U.S. consider it a weed, but Cypriots use it to make refreshing salads. If it isn’t growing in your own yard, try calling a local vegetable farmer, who might be pleased to give some away, or you can order it from melissas.com or chefs-garden.com. Watercress makes a peppery substitute in this simple salad recipe.08of 14Cucumber Margarita MocktailView RecipeThis refreshing margarita mocktail perfectly combines the cool taste of cucumbers with the delicious tart flavor of fresh limes. It’s lightly sweetened with agave and it’s alcohol-free!09of 14Cucumber Vinegar SaladView RecipePhotographer / Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist / Kay Clarke, Food Stylist / Ruth BlackburnThis cucumber vinegar salad has the perfect balance between sweet and sour flavors plus a hint of fresh dill. The red onion adds a nice crunch.10of 14Strawberry-Cucumber JuiceView RecipeThis refreshing, healthy strawberry-cucumber juice is also made with an apple and carrots, making it taste like the farmers' market in a glass. No juicer? No problem. See the juicing variation below to make this strawberry-cucumber juice recipe in a blender.11of 14Cucumber-Mint SpritzerView RecipeCucumbers and mint pair delightfully in this refreshing spritzer that’s perfect for a summer afternoon on the porch.12of 14Cucumber-Yogurt SaladView RecipeA refreshing accompaniment to a main course of meat or fish, this cucumber-yogurt salad also makes a tasty filling for pita bread. If the cucumbers are grated instead of chopped, this mixture can be served as a dip.13of 14Lemon, Cucumber & Mint Infused WaterView RecipeRefresh and hydrate with this citrusy spa water. Adding fresh fruit, veggies and herbs to still or sparkling water is a great way to boost flavor without adding calories or sugar. Serve in a pitcher for a party or bottle individually for on-the-go hydration.14of 14Cucumber LemonadeView RecipePhotographer / Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist / Kay Clarke, Food Stylist / Ruth BlackburnThis cucumber lemonade is a spa-in-a-glass! It’s not overly sweet, with a healthy balance of tangy lemon juice and refreshing cucumber flavor. A hint of mint adds a cooling backdrop.
01of 143-Ingredient Cucumber Boursin WrapView RecipePhotographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Josh HoggleAn easy lunch is only three ingredients away with this cucumber Boursin wrap. Boursin spreadable cheese is flavorfulandfunctional, as it holds the chopped cucumber in place as you roll up the wrap. You can slice and enjoy this easy sandwich right away, or pack it up for lunch. If you are saving it for later, pat the chopped cucumber with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
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3-Ingredient Cucumber Boursin Wrap
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Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
An easy lunch is only three ingredients away with this cucumber Boursin wrap. Boursin spreadable cheese is flavorfulandfunctional, as it holds the chopped cucumber in place as you roll up the wrap. You can slice and enjoy this easy sandwich right away, or pack it up for lunch. If you are saving it for later, pat the chopped cucumber with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
02of 14Radish, Celery & Cucumber SaladView RecipeEva KolenkoIt’s worth using that special bottle of olive oil and seeking out Parmigiano-Reggiano, which is bolder than basic Parm, for this simple salad. Use a mandoline to shave the veggies if you have one.
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Radish, Celery & Cucumber Salad
Eva Kolenko
It’s worth using that special bottle of olive oil and seeking out Parmigiano-Reggiano, which is bolder than basic Parm, for this simple salad. Use a mandoline to shave the veggies if you have one.
03of 14Tomato-Cucumber Salad with DillView RecipePhotographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Annie ProbstThis refreshing tomato-cucumber salad is commonly served all summer long in Ukraine. Since it’s such a simple recipe, the freshest, ripest vegetables really make it shine. Depending on the family’s traditions, this salad can also be dressed with sour cream; this is a common Polish preparation as well. But in the author’s family, it’s all about the sunflower oil. Serve with dark rye bread, particularly to sop up all of the juices at the bottom of the bowl. For a complete Ukrainian summer meal, serve the salad with salty pickled herring and boiled new potatoes tossed with sunflower oil and dill.
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Tomato-Cucumber Salad with Dill
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Annie Probst
This refreshing tomato-cucumber salad is commonly served all summer long in Ukraine. Since it’s such a simple recipe, the freshest, ripest vegetables really make it shine. Depending on the family’s traditions, this salad can also be dressed with sour cream; this is a common Polish preparation as well. But in the author’s family, it’s all about the sunflower oil. Serve with dark rye bread, particularly to sop up all of the juices at the bottom of the bowl. For a complete Ukrainian summer meal, serve the salad with salty pickled herring and boiled new potatoes tossed with sunflower oil and dill.
04of 14Cucumber-Mint Agua FrescaView RecipeCarson DowningThis fruit-infused water is cool, refreshing and perfect for warm weather. To create this agua fresca, a drink popular throughout Mexico and South America, we blend cucumber and water with lime juice and mint for even more flavor. Want to make an alcoholic version? Try adding 1 1/2 ounces of vodka or gin into each serving.
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Cucumber-Mint Agua Fresca
Carson Downing
This fruit-infused water is cool, refreshing and perfect for warm weather. To create this agua fresca, a drink popular throughout Mexico and South America, we blend cucumber and water with lime juice and mint for even more flavor. Want to make an alcoholic version? Try adding 1 1/2 ounces of vodka or gin into each serving.
05of 14Sunomono (Japanese Cucumber Salad)View RecipeCrystal HughesThis version of sunomono uses more readily available English or slicing cucumbers, but if you live near an Asian market, you could substitute Japanese cucumbers. Some recipes call for salting the cucumbers first, but we found that squeezing them in paper towels removed enough excess moisture without adding additional sodium. This Japanese-inspired salad is cool, crisp and simply delicious.
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Sunomono (Japanese Cucumber Salad)
Crystal Hughes
This version of sunomono uses more readily available English or slicing cucumbers, but if you live near an Asian market, you could substitute Japanese cucumbers. Some recipes call for salting the cucumbers first, but we found that squeezing them in paper towels removed enough excess moisture without adding additional sodium. This Japanese-inspired salad is cool, crisp and simply delicious.
06of 14Cucumber JuiceView RecipeVictor ProtasioThis beautiful bright green cucumber juice is packed with fresh cucumber flavor. Coconut water and apple add natural sweetness to this refreshing drink.
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Cucumber Juice
Victor Protasio
This beautiful bright green cucumber juice is packed with fresh cucumber flavor. Coconut water and apple add natural sweetness to this refreshing drink.
07of 14Purslane, Cucumber & Tomato Salad with MintView RecipePurslane is a nutrient-packed green with a bright, lemony flavor and delicate crunch. Many gardeners in the U.S. consider it a weed, but Cypriots use it to make refreshing salads. If it isn’t growing in your own yard, try calling a local vegetable farmer, who might be pleased to give some away, or you can order it from melissas.com or chefs-garden.com. Watercress makes a peppery substitute in this simple salad recipe.
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Purslane, Cucumber & Tomato Salad with Mint
Purslane is a nutrient-packed green with a bright, lemony flavor and delicate crunch. Many gardeners in the U.S. consider it a weed, but Cypriots use it to make refreshing salads. If it isn’t growing in your own yard, try calling a local vegetable farmer, who might be pleased to give some away, or you can order it from melissas.com or chefs-garden.com. Watercress makes a peppery substitute in this simple salad recipe.
08of 14Cucumber Margarita MocktailView RecipeThis refreshing margarita mocktail perfectly combines the cool taste of cucumbers with the delicious tart flavor of fresh limes. It’s lightly sweetened with agave and it’s alcohol-free!
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Cucumber Margarita Mocktail
This refreshing margarita mocktail perfectly combines the cool taste of cucumbers with the delicious tart flavor of fresh limes. It’s lightly sweetened with agave and it’s alcohol-free!
09of 14Cucumber Vinegar SaladView RecipePhotographer / Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist / Kay Clarke, Food Stylist / Ruth BlackburnThis cucumber vinegar salad has the perfect balance between sweet and sour flavors plus a hint of fresh dill. The red onion adds a nice crunch.
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Cucumber Vinegar Salad
Photographer / Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist / Kay Clarke, Food Stylist / Ruth Blackburn
This cucumber vinegar salad has the perfect balance between sweet and sour flavors plus a hint of fresh dill. The red onion adds a nice crunch.
10of 14Strawberry-Cucumber JuiceView RecipeThis refreshing, healthy strawberry-cucumber juice is also made with an apple and carrots, making it taste like the farmers' market in a glass. No juicer? No problem. See the juicing variation below to make this strawberry-cucumber juice recipe in a blender.
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Strawberry-Cucumber Juice
This refreshing, healthy strawberry-cucumber juice is also made with an apple and carrots, making it taste like the farmers' market in a glass. No juicer? No problem. See the juicing variation below to make this strawberry-cucumber juice recipe in a blender.
11of 14Cucumber-Mint SpritzerView RecipeCucumbers and mint pair delightfully in this refreshing spritzer that’s perfect for a summer afternoon on the porch.
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Cucumber-Mint Spritzer
Cucumbers and mint pair delightfully in this refreshing spritzer that’s perfect for a summer afternoon on the porch.
12of 14Cucumber-Yogurt SaladView RecipeA refreshing accompaniment to a main course of meat or fish, this cucumber-yogurt salad also makes a tasty filling for pita bread. If the cucumbers are grated instead of chopped, this mixture can be served as a dip.
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Cucumber-Yogurt Salad
A refreshing accompaniment to a main course of meat or fish, this cucumber-yogurt salad also makes a tasty filling for pita bread. If the cucumbers are grated instead of chopped, this mixture can be served as a dip.
13of 14Lemon, Cucumber & Mint Infused WaterView RecipeRefresh and hydrate with this citrusy spa water. Adding fresh fruit, veggies and herbs to still or sparkling water is a great way to boost flavor without adding calories or sugar. Serve in a pitcher for a party or bottle individually for on-the-go hydration.
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Lemon, Cucumber & Mint Infused Water
Refresh and hydrate with this citrusy spa water. Adding fresh fruit, veggies and herbs to still or sparkling water is a great way to boost flavor without adding calories or sugar. Serve in a pitcher for a party or bottle individually for on-the-go hydration.
14of 14Cucumber LemonadeView RecipePhotographer / Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist / Kay Clarke, Food Stylist / Ruth BlackburnThis cucumber lemonade is a spa-in-a-glass! It’s not overly sweet, with a healthy balance of tangy lemon juice and refreshing cucumber flavor. A hint of mint adds a cooling backdrop.
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Cucumber Lemonade
This cucumber lemonade is a spa-in-a-glass! It’s not overly sweet, with a healthy balance of tangy lemon juice and refreshing cucumber flavor. A hint of mint adds a cooling backdrop.
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