Cucumber Ginger Lavender Lemonade
Summer's in full swing, and let's face it, we're all looking for a way to cool down. This Cucumber Ginger Lavender Lemonade is not only super easy to make, but it's also the perfect refresher for those hot days.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 94kcal
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh cold water
- 2 large lemons Slice half a lemon thinly and squeeze the lemon juice out of the rest.
- 1 medium cucumber
- 3 inches long piece of fresh ginger root
- 1 teaspoon edible dried lavender
- ¼ cup honey or to taste
- Optional: a few fresh mint leaves
- ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients together. Give the cucumber and ginger a good wash.
- Slice the cucumber very thin without peeling it. Do the same thing with the ginger. Slice half the lemon, also thin.
- In a large pitcher, place the slices of ginger, cucumber, lemon and add the dried lavender.
- Squeeze the rest of the lemons and pour the juice over the other ingredients. Add water and ice and mix well.
- Add honey and mix well.
- If you are trying to stay away from sugar in general, you can skip the honey entirely.
- Optional: add a few mint leaves. Place the pitcher in the refrigerator and allow the ingredients to get friendly with each other for about 15-20 minutes before serving it.
Notes
Sweetness Level: The honey quantity is adaptable to your taste preferences. Feel free to add more or less to suit your liking. You can even use a sugar alternative if you're watching your sugar intake.
Lavender Caution: The lavender is a strong flavor and less is more. Start with the recommended amount and you can always add more if you'd like, but remember that too much can make the lemonade taste soapy.
Cucumber Choices: The type of cucumber you use can impact the overall flavor of the lemonade. English cucumbers are less bitter and usually a safe bet for a smoother taste.
Alcohol Options: For an adult twist, consider adding a splash of your favorite liquor. This lemonade works well with gin, vodka, or tequila.
Serving Suggestions: For a touch of elegance, serve the lemonade over ice with a garnish of lemon slices or a sprig of mint. It makes for a beautiful presentation at gatherings.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 94kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 209mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 70IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1mg
