Strawberry Cucumber Mint Refresher

Name: Strawberry Cucumber Mint Refresher
Ingredients: 0.25 cup Granulated Sugar (Adjust to taste); 1 cup Fresh Mint Leaves (Lightly packed); 0.5 cup Cucumber Rind (Thinly sliced); 12 medium Fresh Strawberries (Hulled); 4 cups Sparkling Water (Chilled); 4 cups Ice Cubes (For chilling)

A refreshing summer drink with strawberries, cucumber, and mint, topped with sparkling water.

Ingredients

0.25 cup Granulated Sugar (Adjust to taste)
1 cup Fresh Mint Leaves (Lightly packed)
0.5 cup Cucumber Rind (Thinly sliced)
12 medium Fresh Strawberries (Hulled)
4 cups Sparkling Water (Chilled)
4 cups Ice Cubes (For chilling)

Instructions

1In a blender, combine the sugar, mint leaves, cucumber rind, and strawberries.
2Blend the ingredients until completely smooth. Add a little water if needed to help the blending process.
3Place the blended mixture in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes.
4Just before serving, pour the chilled mixture into glasses filled with ice. Top with chilled sparkling water and stir gently. Garnish with extra mint leaves or strawberry slices, if desired.