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Ginger Cucumber Sparkler

A refreshing and low-calorie drink that combines ginger, cucumber, lime, and mint with fizzy water for a spa-like experience.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 inch grated ginger
  • 1 inch grated cucumber
  • Juice of half a lime
  • 6 mint leaves
  • 0.5 cup sparkling water
  • 0.5 cup diet ginger ale
  • Ice
  • Lime wheels, ginger, cucumber, or mint for garnish

Instructions

  1. Grate ginger into a bowl.
  2. Grate cucumber into the same bowl, ensuring all juice goes in.
  3. Squeeze lime juice into the ginger and cucumber mixture.
  4. Muddle the mixture gently.
  5. Strain the mixture into your glass using a small strainer, pressing to extract as much liquid as possible.
  6. Clap the mint leaves together in your hands 3 to 4 times to release oils and scent, then add to your glass.
  7. Add ice and top with diet ginger ale and sparkling water. Stir gently.
  8. Garnish with lime wheels, ginger, cucumber, or mint and serve.

Notes

For a low-carb option, use all sparkling water and a zero-calorie sweetener if desired.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Drink
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Diabetic-Friendly

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 50
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: refreshing drink, low calorie, healthy drink, mocktail, summer drink