The summer months can get extremely exhausting. The scorching heat often leaves us drained out and famished. Keeping up the water level in the body is a challenge in these months. To beat the summer heat and stay energised through the day, here's a refreshing drink. This beverage blends the goodness of cucumber and mint in one glass. Nothing could be better for refreshment this summer. The recipe is easy and can be done using simple ingredients. The idea was shared by nutritionist Lovneet Batra on Instagram.
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"Now that it is peak summer, I am ready with my summer drink of choice in hand - cucumber mint cooler," she wrote.
According to the nutritionist, this cucumber cooler with mint and lemon is simple to make. The drink can also help us to cool down on a hot day.
What ingredients do we need to make a cucumber mint cooler?
The drink requires simple ingredients. Here's the list of ingredients we will need: 2 cucumbers peeled and cut into pieces 1/4 cup mint leaves 1 tsp lemon juice
How to make a cucumber mint cooler?
Step 1: Add the cucumber, mint leaves, water, and lime or lemon juice into the blender jar.
Step 2: Blend all the ingredients at high speed until everything turns smooth.
Step 3: Now remove the jar from the blender and filter the cucumber juice with a fine mesh strainer.
Step 4: Add ice cubes to the glass and then pour the cucumber juice.
Step 5: Drop a lemon wedge from the top and garnish it with a mint leaf.
Why should we drink cucumber mint cooler?
Lovneet Batra has shared three reasons for including this cooler in our summer diet.
- Keeps the body hydrated
- Rich in antioxidants
- Helps to improve the quality of the skin
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If you want to feel refreshed this summer, try making this drink.