Pescatarian 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 warm afternoon. Blended cucumber and fresh mint get strained into a silky, vibrant juice that pairs beautifully with honey and a bright hit of lime — no artificial flavors, no syrups, just clean whole ingredients. The straining step is worth every second; it gives you a smooth, elegant base that looks like something from a fancy cocktail bar but comes together in minutes. Topped with chilled sparkling water and served over ice, the result is lightly sweet, herby, and incredibly thirst-quenching. It fits naturally into a paleo-aligned lifestyle since every ingredient is exactly what it appears to be — fruit, vegetable, herb, and a touch of natural sweetener. Dress it up with a cucumber ribbon and a sprig of mint and it's instantly party-ready, whether you're hosting or just treating yourself on a Tuesday.
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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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