Caffeine Free Cucumber Mint Sauce
Cool, herby, and bright with citrus, this blended sauce is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste more alive. Fresh English cucumber gets salted and drained first, which is a small but smart step that keeps the final texture from turning watery and thin. A handful of packed mint leaves, a hit of lemon juice and zest, a whisper of garlic, and a drizzle of good olive oil all come together in just a few pulses — chunky enough to have character, smooth enough to spoon over anything. It's naturally free of coffee, tea, chocolate, and any other stimulants, so it fits easily into a caffeine-conscious lifestyle without any label-reading stress. Grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, falafel, or even a simple grain bowl all become noticeably better with a spoonful of this on top. Make a batch ahead and keep it in the fridge for up to two days — the flavors only get friendlier as they settle together.
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4 servings
- 1 medium english cucumber, peeled, seeded, and roughly chopped
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, packed
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small clove garlic, minced
- ¼ tsp sea salt, or to taste
- ⅛ tsp ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley leaves, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the chopped cucumber in a fine mesh strainer set over a bowl. Sprinkle with a pinch of the sea salt and let it drain for 15 minutes, until the cucumber has released most of its excess water.
- 2
Transfer the drained cucumber to a blender or food processor. Add the mint leaves, parsley (if using), garlic, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
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