Trade in your soda for a breezy lemonade that’s infused with ginger-infused simple syrup. The ginger adds a light and delicate flavor, rather than an overpowering one, and it perfectly complements the sliced cucumber. This lemonade is a refreshing alternative to the usual sugary drinks, and it’s sure to be a hit at any gathering.
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Ginger-Cucumber Lemonade
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup peeled and sliced ginger
- 1/2 cup peeled and sliced cucumber
- 4 cups water
- Ice
- Lemon slices and cucumber slices, for garnish
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine lemon juice, sugar, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves.
- In a blender, puree ginger and cucumber until smooth. Strain mixture through a fine-mesh sieve, discarding any solids.
- In a large pitcher, combine ginger-cucumber puree, lemon syrup, and 4 cups water. Stir to combine.
- Serve over ice with lemon slices and cucumber slices for garnish. Enjoy your refreshing Ginger Cucumber Lemonade!