Cucumber, coconut and mint smoothie
When the indoor temperature is 34C, it’s definitely a signal to make a refreshing cold drink. Cucumber smoothie by itself is good but add coconut water and mint leaves, and it’s even better.
Servings 1 tall glass
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 1 medium cucumber chilled
- ¼ cup coconut water chilled
- 1 teaspoon sugar (if your coconut water is not sweet enough)
- 2 to 3 cubes frozen coconut water
- 2 to 3 spearmint leaves plus a sprig to garnish
Instructions
- Peel the cucumber (if the skin is thick).
- Cut the peeled cucumber lengthwise and scrape off the seeds.
- Dice the deseeded cucumber.
- Place the diced cucumber in the blender with the frozen coconut water and a quarter cup of chilled coconut water. Process just until smooth.
- Add the spearmint leaves and pulse two to three times.
- Pour the smoothie into a glass, garnish with a sprig of spearmint and enjoy!
