Carbonated cucumber lemonade

2 servings

10 minutes

Sparkling cucumber lemonade is a refreshing and unusual drink that captivates with its lightness and freshness. Its roots trace back to European cuisines where experimenting with natural ingredients became a tradition. Cucumbers add coolness and a light vegetal note to the lemonade, while lemon juice provides a pleasant tartness that, combined with cane sugar, creates the perfect balance of flavor. Sparkling water makes the drink fizzy and even more refreshing. It’s an ideal choice for a hot day, summer party, or simply a moment of enjoyment. The lemonade quenches thirst beautifully and pairs well with light snacks or Mediterranean dishes.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 131.6
• Proteins: 1.7g
• Fats: 0.2g
• Carbohydrates: 30.8g

Ingredients

• Cane sugar: 50 g
• Cucumbers: 300 g
• Water: 50 ml
• Lemon: 1 pc
• Carbonated water: 2 glass

Cooking steps

1. Peel the cucumbers, cut them into 4-5 pieces, and blend into a puree. Strain the juice through a sieve and squeeze out the cucumber pulp well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cucumbers: 300 g
   • Water: 50 ml

2. Heat sugar and 50 ml of plain water in a pot until the sugar dissolves and the syrup thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let cool.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cane sugar: 50 g
   • Water: 50 ml

3. Mix sugar syrup, lemon and cucumber juices. Stir everything, pour into glasses, fill with sparkling water, add ice and serve.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cane sugar: 50 g
   • Lemon: 1 piece
   • Cucumbers: 300 g
   • Carbonated water: 2 glasss