Red Meat Allergy Friendly Paleo Cucumber Mint Sparkler
Cool, crisp, and genuinely refreshing, this sparkling cucumber mint drink is the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat all summer long. Every ingredient here is clean and plant-based — cucumber, fresh mint, honey, lime juice, and sparkling water — so there's absolutely nothing to second-guess if you're navigating a red meat allergy or just trying to keep things simple and whole. The blending and straining process pulls out a silky, vibrant green juice that looks stunning in a tall glass and tastes even better than it looks. A pinch of salt and a hit of honey balance the brightness of the lime and the cool herbal note of the mint in a way that feels almost cocktail-worthy. It comes together in minutes with no cooking required, which makes it perfect for warm days when you want something special without turning on the stove. Garnish with a cucumber ribbon and a sprig of mint and it's honestly impressive enough to serve to guests.
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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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