How to Make Cucumber Water

Cucumber Water is a cucumber-infused drink that will never fail to quench your thirst under the hot and burning glare of the sun. 

It is refreshing and will definitely keep you hydrated whatever task you are doing. What is even best about this water is that it is easy to make and will not require you to grovel for hours just to make sure you will be drinking something healthy and satiating. 

Cucumbers naturally taste mild and sweet with a touch of coolness, and combined with lemon in this recipe, you are ensured that the taste of Cucumber Water will not disappoint your taste buds. It is also smooth to drink and will go down easily as you drink it, no undesirable texture will ever be tasted from this drink.

As a refreshment, this recipe can be served any time you would prefer it. In the morning, after a long run, this Cucumber Water will help you cool down with its refreshing taste. You can also serve it as a beverage for lunch or dinner, pairing it with any of your homemade meal dishes. Make your afternoon hang out with friends even more relaxing by adding this as your drink as well. You are pretty much free to decide when you are going to serve this drink and what you are going to pair it with. 

Some may hesitate to try this recipe at home because they do not like the taste of cucumber but worry not because this recipe will just make you fall in love with cucumbers. You will realize just how much you are missing when you finally get to try this recipe! The ingredients are all simply combined to make one of the most refreshing drinks you will ever get to try.

Why Does This Recipe Work

You might be thinking that it will be easier to just buy a fruit juice from the grocery store which you can readily drink at home without having to follow any steps of preparation anymore. However, there is just something different and worth trying in this recipe just like the following:

• A 5-ingredient recipe that is easy to make and can come together in less than 5 minutes.
• Cucumber Water is a vegan refreshment that you can enjoy any time of the day and any season of the year. 
• It is a keto-friendly drink that you can easily fit in with your strict diet. A light and refreshing drink in the middle or after working out, this water is indeed an ideal one for people who are following a strict diet. 
• Perfect for the whole family. Children and adults will love this beverage for any family meal at home! It is also easy to pair with any dish you want to serve your family.
• Delicious and refreshing, what more can anyone ever ask for?

What's in This Recipe?

English Cucumber. It is sweet and has fewer seeds than any other type of cucumber you can find on the market, making it the best cucumber to use for this recipe. And since there are fewer seeds, it does not have any bitter notes like other cucumbers. The skin of this type of cucumber is thinner as well, which means you don't have to peel it.

Water. Use clean water that the cucumber will be infused into.

Lemon. It will give that interesting zing that will make this drink even more refreshing and delicious. 

Fresh Mint Leaves. They are responsible for making this refreshment have that cool and minty taste.

Ice. Complete this drink with ice! A cold, delicious, refreshing drink is always a satisfying way to quench the thirst.

How to Make Cucumber Water?

1. Wash and slice the cucumber and lemon into thin slices.
2. In a jug, add water, cucumber slices, lemon slices, mint leaves and ice.
3. Stir everything, then put it in the fridge for 30-60 minutes to allow the water to be infused.

Top Tips!

• Don't use too many lemon slices for this drink because it will overwhelm the taste of cucumber. Remember that you are only using lemon for additional flavor, the main taste should still be that of cucumbers.  
• Make and keep your Cucumber Water in the fridge a day before you plan to serve it. This will allow the cucumber and lemon to fully infuse the water, ensuring the most flavorful Cucumber Water you can bring about.
• Don't add too much ice. The ice will soon melt once you start serving the Cucumber Water, which can make it taste bland. 

Some Variations

• Instead of using regular distilled or drinking water, use sparkling water instead. It does not only make your Cucumber Water looks extra classy, but it also helps stave off dehydration. With the use of sparkling water, your thirst will be easier to quench.
• You can swap the fresh mint leaves with basil. It has the same minty taste as mint leaves, but basil also gives a fresh aroma that suits this refreshment.
• You may have trouble finding English cucumbers, and if that becomes the case, you can always use whatever type of cucumber is available. However, other types of cucumber may have more seeds in them, producing a slightly bitter taste.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this Cucumber Water with an array of fruits such as blueberries and grapes. You can also serve this drink with your favorite fruit salad. If you are aiming for a heavier set of meals, however, greasy barbecued steak or roasted chicken will definitely go well with the cool and refreshing taste of the infused water.

Even simple crackers and chips can already be good pairs for this drink too.

Storage

To store: Seal the jug where you have placed the drink, and refrigerate it for 3 to 5 days.

Make-ahead of time: Combine all ingredients in a jug and refrigerate the Cucumber Water for 24 hours before you plan to serve it.

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