Black Pepper Free Paleo Cucumber Mint Sparkler
Cool, crisp, and genuinely refreshing, this sparkling cucumber mint drink is the kind of thing you want in your hand on a hot afternoon. Fresh cucumber and mint get blended with honey, lime juice, and a pinch of salt, then strained into a silky, foam-free juice that pairs beautifully with chilled sparkling water. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of black pepper and any sneaky spice blends — no label-reading required, no compromises on flavor. The honey adds just enough sweetness to balance the bright lime without tipping into sugary territory, and the mint keeps everything feeling light and lively. Straining the blended mixture is the small step that makes a big difference, giving you a clean, elegant drink instead of a chunky smoothie. Served over ice with a cucumber ribbon and a sprig of mint, it looks like something from a fancy spa menu but comes together in under ten minutes. It's an easy, crowd-pleasing sip that proves you don't need a single spice to make something truly memorable.
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2 servings
- 1 medium cucumber (about 10 oz), peeled and roughly chopped
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- ¼ cup cold water
- 1 pinch salt
- 2 cups sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- 2 thin cucumber slices, for garnish (optional)
- 2 fresh mint sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the chopped cucumber, mint leaves, honey, lime juice, cold water, and salt in a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30 seconds.
- 2
Pour the blended mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher or large measuring cup, pressing on the solids with a spoon until only dry pulp remains. Discard the pulp. Let the strained juice rest for 5 minutes so any foam settles.
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