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    Home » Recipes » Healthy Drinks » Cucumber Water

    Cucumber Water Recipe and Its Benefits

    Published: August 11, 2022 by Sangeetha Vel | Updated: November 9, 2022 Leave a Comment

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    Cucumber Water is a healthy, refreshing, and hydrating weight loss drink loaded with health benefits. It is usually made with fresh cucumber, filtered water, and sometimes with lemon and mint leaves. The recipe I have shared here shows you how to make Cucumber Water with easy step-by-step instructions for you to try and enjoy at home.

    I have also shared a detailed video of this recipe below to show the making process visually clear. This Cucumber infused water is one of the best summer drinks to quench your thirst on regular or hot sunny days.

    Cucumber Water in a glass placed on a grey table with lemon and mint leaves around.
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    • What is Cucumber Water?
    • Ingredients
    • How to make Cucumber Water?
    • Tips
    • Benefits
    • Calories
    • Storage Suggestions
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Related Recipes
    • Cucumber Water Recipe video
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    • FAQ

    What is Cucumber Water?

    Cucumber Water is a healthy, refreshing, and flavorful drink. It is usually made with fresh cucumber, and filtered water. Sometimes it also consists of lemon and fresh mint leaves to enhance extra refreshing flavors. This cucumber-infused water is served instead of regular plain water and it is also loaded with health benefits.

    Even though drinking plain water is healthy for your overall health, infusing it with some fresh veggies or fruits helps to add flavors to the drink. Choosing the right veggies and fruits is important to achieve a healthy drink that's good for you.

    Cucumber is one such veggie that has a natural hydrating property, antioxidants, vitamin C, and beta carotene. Drinking this water not only satisfies your thirst but also helps in weight loss. Yes, it is one of the best alternatives to sugary drinks or sodas that are loaded with calories. And it also keeps you full, promotes healthy glowing skin, and also supports your bone health.

    So let's see how to make this healthy drink in the following sections.

    Ingredients

    The ingredients you will need to make this Cucumber Water are basic. Let's see what are they below.

    Cucumber Water recipe ingredients placed on a gray table.
    • Cucumber - Loaded with hydrating properties and other nutrition to boost skin health, weight loss, and more
    • Mint Leaves (optional) - Delivers a refreshing flavor and taste
    • Lemon (optional) - For a slight lemony and citrusy taste. But using lemon is optional here, so you can either use or avoid it
    • Water - I have used 6 cups of water here, but feel free to use more water according to your pitcher size

    For the detailed ingredients list please check out the recipe card below.

    How to make Cucumber Water?

    The recipe I have shared here is a healthy Cucumber Water that is loaded with nutritional benefits. The recipe requires minimal ingredients and takes only 5 minutes to prepare. The best part is you can store this drink for up to 2 days in the refrigerator.

    Cucumber Water in a glass placed on a grey table with lemon and mint leaves around.

    Following are the high-level instructions to make this drink but for detailed step-by-step instructions with photos and video, please check out the recipe card below.

    • Slice - Slice the cucumber into small circular shapes
    • Add - Add the sliced cucumbers, and a handful of mint leaves into the pitcher, and gently mash them with a wooden spoon
    • Infuse - Add 6 cups of filtered water into the pitcher and close and refrigerate until it is served. You can also infuse the water with this veggie at room temperature for the whole day
    • Serve - Serve this healthy water with cucumber and lemon slices and mint leaves

    Tips

    • For Best Flavor - Adding half cucumber into 6 to 8 cups of water delivers the perfect taste and flavor to your drink
    • Add-ons - You can also use mint leaves, and lemon slices to enhance the flavor but it is optional to use
    • How long to store - You can store this cucumber water in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. If you are planning to infuse the water at room temperature then I recommend finishing it in a day

    Benefits

    Is cucumber water good for you? What are its health benefits? It is oblivious that these questions will come to your mind. And according to Healthline cucumber water

    • Keeps you hydrated
    • Helps to promote bone health
    • Helps to achieve weight loss goals
    • Lowers blood pressure
    • Loaded with antioxidants
    • Supports achieving healthy and glowing skin

    Calories

    This Cucumber Water that I have shared here contains 4 calories per serving and it is an estimation by the nutrition calculator. The calorie count may change if you have extra add-ins. You could also find the detailed nutritional information in the recipe card below.

    Storage Suggestions

    You could store this drink in the refrigerator for up to 2 days in a closed pitcher. But if you are planning to infuse the cucumber in water at room temperature, then I recommend finishing it in a day.

    Serving Suggestions

    Serve this drink with cucumber and lemon slices and a few mints leaves to enjoy the refreshing taste and flavor of the drink.

    Related Recipes

    You could also find similar recipes below and more at healthy drinks recipes and summer drinks recipes

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    • Turmeric Tea
    • Mint Tea
    • Honey and Lemon Tea
    • Watermelon Juice
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    Cucumber Water Recipe video

    I have also shared a detailed video of this Cucumber Water Recipe below that I hope will help you to make a healthy drink at home. You could also find this recipe in a story format.

    📖 Recipe

    Cucumber Water in a glass placed on a grey table with lemon and mint leaves around.

    Cucumber Water

    Cucumber Water is a healthy, refreshing, and hydrating weight loss drink loaded with good health benefits. It is usually made with fresh cucumber, filtered water, and sometimes with lemon and mint leaves. This Cucumber infused water is one of the best summer drinks to quench your thirst on regular or hot sunny days.
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    Author: Sangeetha Vel
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    Course: Summer Drinks
    Cuisine: American
    Prep: 5 mins
    Cook: 2 mins
    Adjust 6 servings

    Ingredients
     
     

    • ½ Cucumber, washed
    • Lemon, to garnish
    • 2 sprig Mint Leaves
    • 6 cups Water
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    Instructions
     

    To make Cucumber Water

    • Slice the cucumber into small circular shapes
      Slicing cucumber into circular shapes.
    • Add the sliced cucumbers, and a handful of mint leaves into the pitcher, and gently mash them with a wooden spoon
      Adding few mint leaves into the pitcher with cucumber.
    • Add 6 cups of filtered water into the pitcher and close and refrigerate until it is served. You can also infuse the water with cucumber at room temperature for the whole day
      Cucumber Water in the pitcher.
    • Add cucumber slice, and lemon slice into a serving glass and pour the refrigerated cucumber water. Now the refreshing cucumber-infused water is ready for you to taste and enjoy
      Pouring refrigerated Cucumber Water into a serving glass with cucumber and lemon slices.

    To Serve

    • Serve this healthy Cucumber infused water with cucumber and lemon slices and mint leaves
      Cucumber Water in a serving glass with lemon and cucumber slice.

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    Notes

    • For Best Flavor - Adding half cucumber into 6 to 8 cups of water delivers the perfect taste and flavor to your drink
    • Add-ons - You can also use mint leaves, and lemon slices to enhance the flavor but it is optional to use
    • How long to store - You can store this cucumber water in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. If you are planning to infuse the water at room temperature then I recommend finishing it in a day

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 4kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 43mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 89IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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    FAQ

    What is Cucumber Water?

    It is a healthy, refreshing, and flavorful drink. It is usually made with fresh cucumber, and filtered water. Sometimes it also consists of lemon and fresh mint leaves to enhance extra refreshing flavors. This cucumber-infused water is served instead of regular plain water and it is also loaded with health benefits.

    Is Cucumber Water good for you?

    Yes, it is good for you and is loaded with health benefits. it helps in weight loss, promotes bone health, lowers blood pressure, and improves skin health.

    How long does Cucumber Water last?

    You could store this drink in the refrigerator for up to 2 days in a closed pitcher. But if you are planning to infuse the cucumber in water at room temperature, then I recommend finishing it in a day.

    How many calories are there in Cucumber Water?

    This Cucumber Water that I have shared here contains 4 calories per serving and it is an estimation by the nutrition calculator. The calorie count may change if you have extra add-ins. You could also find detailed nutritional information in the recipe card above.

    I hope you enjoyed the recipe that I have shared here and I would love to hear from you about how it turned out for you. Please let me know.

    If you have any other questions, feel free to post them in the comment section below and I will try to get back to you as soon as possible.

    Enjoy!

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