This Sparkling Cucumber Water is not only super refreshing and a great way to hydrate, but it will make you think you are at a luxury spa. Sparkling water, slices of juicy cucumber and lemon and sprigs of mint are all you need for this refreshing drink.
We love infused water. Why drink a glass of plain water when you have infuse it with fruit and fresh herbs - it makes it so much easier to drink. Anything that encourages us to stay hydrated gets a big thumbs up from us. It's light, crisp and fizzy. Everything we could want from a refreshing drink.
Looking for more interesting ways to use cucumber? Try our Creamy Cucumber Salad, Cucumber and Tomato Salad or for some easy sushi, try our Cucumber Maki.
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Why You Will Love It
- Super refreshing
- Ready in 2 minutes
- A great alternative to fizzy drinks
- Encourages you to drink more water
Step By Step
One: Put all the ingredients into a large jug, chill and serve.
Health Benefits Of Cucumber Water
I am not going to make any health claims about it being a "detox drink" or anything like that, because they don't actually exist. However, this water tastes great and makes it far easier to drink more water and stay hydrated, so that's always a good thing.
If you are trying to cut back on sugary fizzy drinks or juice, then this is a great way to do it, rather than just swapping for plain water. I fid that drinking more water is great for my skin.
Did you also know that cucumber is a good source of vitamins A, B6, C and K, as well as potassium, calcium and magnesium.
Read more about the health benefits of cucumbers.
What Cucumbers To Use
English cucumbers work best for this recipe (the long and thin ones that you will find in most supermarkets). However, you could also use Persian or Kirby Cucumbers in this, which is what we have used in the past when we had an abundance from growing them.
How Long Does It Keep For?
Well, it never lasts very long in our house as we can get through a big jug in a day. However, you could keep a jug of this in the fridge for 3-4 days, but change the cucumber slices every 12 hours or so, as they will lose their flavour after that and the cucumber starts to break up.
Extra Tips
- Add some slices of watermelon for extra flavour and juiciness.
- You don't have to use sparkling water, and you could just use tap water instead.
- Try to chill the drink in the fridge for at least an hour to allow the flavours to really come together.
- You can keep this in the fridge for a couple of days, however replace the cucumber slices every 12 hours as they will lose their flavour after that.
More Drinks To Try
If you’ve tried this cucumber water recipe, let us know how you got on in the comments below.
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Recipe
Sparkling Cucumber Water
Ingredients
- 1.5 litre (6 cups) Sparkling water
- 0.5 Cucumber - sliced
- 25 g (0.5 cups) Fresh mint
- 1 Lemon - sliced
Instructions
- Put all the ingredients into a large jug.
- Chill and serve.
Recipe Tips
- Add some slices of watermelon for extra flavour and juiciness.
- You don't have to use sparkling water, and you could just use tap water instead.
- Try to chill the drink in the fridge for at least an hour to allow the flavours to really come together.
- You can keep this in the fridge for a couple of days, however replace the cucumber slices every 12 hours as they will lose their flavour after that.
Nutritional Information
The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
As all appliances vary, cooking times are a guide. Please note that by changing the serving size, the cooking time may also need to be altered.
Lynda says
So much fun reading your post. I live in the southern US and we are used to the heat so this would be a good recipe for us.
Jessica@HappilyHughes says
First, congratulations on being a contributor for Now Magazine, that is so exciting! I have not heard of Readly before but I am definitely going to check it out. I am a huge reader and I do have a subscription service for books but having one for magazines as well would be fantastic. I really love the sound of your cucumber mint lemon fizzy water, this would be so very refreshing during the hot summer months.
Katie | Healthy Seasoanl Recipes says
It's been hot here too. Now I just have to hit the farmers' market for mint and cucumbers!
Sophie T says
Haha you are so right about the weather. We moan when it's cold and we moan when it's hot.
Lexi says
Readly sounds like a great thing to take on holiday. I always take so many magazines with me and they are adding to the weight of my suitcase.
I'm also going to make a big jug of this for our next BBQ.
Ana De- Jesus says
Haha don't worry I am a moany Brit as well! I like the sound of this cucumber and mint lemon fizz it would be so refreshing on a hot day x
Catherine says
Love this summer refreshment! So healthy too!
Congrats on your feature...how very exciting!
Mary // Chattavore says
These are some of my favorite flavors. This sounds so wonderful and refreshing!
Sandi G says
What a fun refreshing non-alcoholic drink option for our cookout this weekend!
Christina Shoemaker says
This is so refreshing! I can imagine how much I'd love this on our beach trip this year!!
JenniferLow Carb with Jennifer says
Cucumber and mint go so well together. I can't wait to try this.
Debbie says
I just went and made myself some of this, as I had all of the ingredients in my fridge and it was so refreshing. A bit cheeky, but some gin would be nice in it too I think.
Maggie Fowler says
I could have done with this when we had the heatwave last week - lemon and mint together is lovely.
I bought my husband a Readly subscription for last Christmas and it keep a him occupied.
Stephanie Usher says
Oh my! This sounds right up my street! I love lemon and mint, so the two mixed together is just beautiful! xxx
Anna @AnnaTheApple says
Oooooh I love love love this! Why have I never thought to use sparkling water with cucumber before?? I love cucumber water but adding some fizz (and lemon) sounds PERFECT. Yum.