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.
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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 Overview
The ingredients you will need to make this Cucumber Water are basic. Let's see what are they below.
- 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.
You could also find similar recipes below and more at healthy drinks recipes and summer drinks recipes:
- Lemon Water
- Ginger Lemon Water
- Cucumber Juice
- Aguas Fresca
- Lemon Juice
- Ginger Shots
- Ginger Tea
- Lemon Ginger Tea
- Turmeric Shots
- Turmeric Tea
- Mint Tea
- Honey and Lemon Tea
- Watermelon Juice
- Celery Juice
- Homemade Electrolyte Drink
Cucumber Water
Ingredients
- ½ Cucumber, washed
- Lemon, to garnish
- 2 sprig Mint Leaves
- 6 cups Water
Instructions
To make Cucumber Water
- Slice the cucumber into small circular shapes
- Add the sliced cucumbers, and a handful of mint leaves into the pitcher, and gently mash them with a wooden spoon
- 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
- 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
Recipe Video
Chef's Notes and 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
Nutrition Info
Disclaimer: We’re not nutrition experts. Nutritional info is estimated and should be used as a guide. For precise details, consult a professional.
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.
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.
Benefits of Cucumber Water
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
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