Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe pineapple, peeled and cored
- 1 medium cucumber, washed and chopped
- 1–2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lime juice (optional for added tang)
- Mint leaves for garnish
- Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Wash and chop the cucumber and peel and core the pineapple. Cut them into smaller pieces for easy blending.
- Blend the Ingredients: Add the chopped pineapple and cucumber into a blender, with lime juice if desired. Blend on high until smooth.
- Strain the Juice: Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove pulp and create a smooth juice.
- Serve and Enjoy: Pour the juice into glasses over ice. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve chilled.
Notes
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Best consumed within 2 days for optimal freshness.
- Give the juice a shake before serving as separation may occur.
- This juice pairs well with light summer meals, grilled dishes, and salads.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 50 Kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg