(It’s a yummy cucumber detox drink too!)

This past weekend, I was on a mission to find that one thing that will have me feeling as cool as cucumber. Knowing that things are heating up for many of us, I wanted to provide some advice for staying cool and I’m not just talking about a stylin’ pair of sunglasses and hip flip flops, I’m talking about something that serves as a refreshing pick-me-up.

What I’m referring to is an adventure for the taste buds! I’m all for sprucing things up with interesting colors or textures.

Like a stealthy sniper, I’m always on the lookout for delicious alternatives to sugary sodas and pricey iced coffees. Yet, I am still looking for something that delivers, not only on tastiness, but also health benefits. This past weekend in Guadalajara I discovered it! Eureka! Another alternative that made me smile.

And although it’s been many years since I’ve said Adios to the Big Gulp and multiple shots of java, I haven’t forgotten! I remember how important it was to find replacements. So if you’re in the place where you’ve decided to say goodbye to unnecessary sugar this simple recipe is for you. Or perhaps you’ve been called a health nut for a while, please, keep reading. I think you may want to add this cucumber detox drink recipe to your favorite Spring/Summer elixirs.

Feel free to include a little umbrella or curly straw for flare. Or keep it simple. Whatever floats your boat. I’m one of those “kitchen vixens” that likes to give others plenty of liberty when it comes to how much mint or lime is truly enough. So here’s the outline but feel free to tweak it to your liking! And yes, choosing organic is best!

Minty Cucumber Limeade

Ingredients (Serves 4-6):

2 medium to freshly squeezed limes or 5-6 key limes
1 medium peeled cucumber
10 or more mint leaves (I think you’ll like a lot)
6-8 cups of cold water
Optional: 1 heaping tbsp of local raw honey
 or agave

Simply mix all these goodies in your favorite blender and Voila! You’re ready to kick up your heels and enjoy!

While your sipping and relaxing, let me remind you that each ingredient is so helpful for detoxifying the body. So if detox was on the brain, then Minty Cucumber Limeade serves up a brilliant choice.

I’m a particularly big fan of the following benefits for cucumbers and mint.
Here’s my top two favorites, but know there are many more!

Cucumber:

Helps with Hydration & Digestion

Cucumbers are made up of over 95% of water. As such the water helps keep you hydrate in a magnificent way! Additionally, it’s high dietary fiber helps flush toxins from the digestive tract allowing the body’s system to do its thing with more ease.

Mint:

It has Anti-bacterial & Anti-inflammatory properties and it’s tasty!

This powerful little herb is multipurpose! It fights against bad breath and unwanted gas. This palate pleaser is also a tummy tamer. It helps aid indigestion and inflammation. And what I love about it most is that it gets the digestive enzymes firing up creating an overall happier body. When digestion is made easier our entire body conserves more energy for far more important things like skipping and playing hop-scotch.

FYI, I choose to drink the Minty Cucumber Limeade concoction without honey or agave. However, the handsome fellow I married has more of a sweet tooth. Either way, drink what tastes best to you. You are still making a great decision for your health! Let freedom ring! For more kicks you can substitute limes for lemons.

Leave me a comment and make it fun will ya? I want to know if you will give this cooling concoction a try or do you already have a favorite?

Cheers to your health and happiness!