Cucumber Basil Limeade Drink Recipe
Don't miss out on this Cucumber Basil Limeade Drink Recipe.
Servings 2
Calories 320kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 large English Cucumber peeled seeded and chopped
- 2 teaspoons Basil Leaves about 10-12 whole
- ⅓ Cup(s) of freshly squeezed Lime Juice 4 big limes
- Zest of one Lime
- ½ Cup(s) of Sugar.
- ¼ teaspoon of Sea Salt
- 1 + 4 cups of cold water
- Cucumber spears Basil Leaves and Lime Slices/wedges to garnish optional
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, bring the sugar, lime zest and 1 cup water to a gentle boil on medium heat. Keep stirring to dissolve the sugar.
- Remove from the heat and let it cool to room temperature. This step can be made in advance too.
In a blender add the cooled lime syrup, chopped cucumbers, basil leaves, lime juice, sea salt and another cup of water. Blend on high for a minute or so.
Add the remaining 2 cups of water and mix well.
Serve immediately over ice, garnished with cucumber spears and lime slices.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 90g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 295mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 59g
