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No-Cal Cucumber Cooler
A spa-inspired sipper that's simple yet sophisticated.
Serves: 4
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: Refrigerate 20-30 minutes
Nutrition Score per serving:
(12 ounces)Ingredients
| 5 | mint leaves |
| 4 | medium cucumbers |
| 1 | small lime |
| 1 | medium orange |
| 6 | cups cold water |
Directions
Bruise mint leaves with a dull object to release flavor. Peel, seed, and slice the cucumbers. Wash and slice the lime and orange.
Place all ingredients along with cold water in a large pitcher.
Let steep in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes. Pour liquid through a strainer into tall glasses. Garnish with a fresh mint leaf or lime slice. May be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
Note: If left unstrained longer than 2 hours, liquid will become bitter.