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Mean Green Cucumber Juice Recipe

This vibrant green juice, inspired by Sunny Anderson's "Cooking for Real," is a refreshing Jamaican delight! Perfect for a hot day, this recipe features the cool sweetness of cucumber, balanced perfectly. Easily adaptable – add a lime twist and adjust the sugar to your preference! (Optional: elevate it to a vibrant adult cocktail with a splash of vodka.)

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 83.8 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Mean Green Cucumber Juice

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How to Make Mean Green Cucumber Juice

  1. Peel 4 large cucumbers, reserving the peels for later.
  2. Grate the peeled cucumber flesh.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves completely.
  4. Add the grated cucumber to the saucepan. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the cucumber is tender.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  6. In a blender, combine the reserved cucumber peels and the cooled cucumber syrup. Blend until completely smooth.
  7. Line a fine-mesh strainer with cheesecloth over a large bowl.
  8. Pour the blended cucumber mixture into the strainer.
  9. Gather the cheesecloth and gently squeeze to extract as much juice as possible.
  10. Refrigerate the juice for at least 1 hour to chill thoroughly.
  11. Serve chilled over crushed ice. Garnish with a lime wedge (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

79g

Fat

0g

Carbs

7g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American Low Protein Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Beverages Vegetables Caribbean Easy Central American Kid Friendly Low Fat Vegetarian Cocktails Punch Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low In Something