This Cucumber Cooler Smoothie blends cucumber, green apple, mint, lemon, and coconut water into a hydrating, detox-friendly drink. Light, crisp, and packed with natural electrolytes, it’s a perfect post-workout or summer refreshment that soothes and energizes without added sugar or dairy.
Yields 2 Servings Servings Quarter (0.5 Servings) Half (1 Serving) Default (2 Servings) Double (4 Servings) Triple (6 Servings) Prep Time 5 minsTotal Time 5 mins 1 cup cucumber, peeled and sliced
1 small green apple, cored and chopped
Juice of ½ lemon
8 fresh mint leaves
1 cup coconut water (or plain cold water)
½ cup ice (optional, but ideal for chill factor)
Optional: 1 teaspoon chia seeds or flaxseed
Optional: ½ inch fresh ginger (for a light, spicy kick)
Optional: 1–2 teaspoons honey or agave (if you prefer a hint of sweetness)
1
Add coconut water to your blender first.
Add cucumber, apple, mint, lemon juice, and ice.
Blend on high until smooth, about 45 seconds.
Taste and adjust: add more mint or lemon for zing, honey for sweetness, or a little more water if it’s too thick.
Pour into glasses, garnish with a cucumber slice or sprig of mint, and serve immediately for maximum refreshment.
Side Information
2
Calories per serving (approx): 60–90
Flavor profile: Light, crisp, mildly sweet, cooling with a citrus-mint zing
Key nutrients: Hydration, fiber, vitamin C, potassium
Pairing Suggestions
3 Perfect alongside:
A light breakfast wrap with scrambled egg whites and spinach
A fruit-and-nut snack plate (apple slices, walnuts, dried apricots)
A small hummus and veggie wrap
A chilled herbal tea or matcha
Tips & Notes
4
Peel the cucumber for a milder flavor, or leave the skin on for extra fiber.
No green apple? Sub with pear or kiwi.
Make it fizzy: Blend everything but the coconut water, then stir in sparkling water for a mocktail-style sparkle.
Post-workout boost: Add a scoop of electrolyte powder or a pinch of Himalayan salt.
Meal-prep friendly: Freeze chopped cucumber, apple, and mint into smoothie cubes for quick blending.
Ingredients 1 cup cucumber, peeled and sliced
1 small green apple, cored and chopped
Juice of ½ lemon
8 fresh mint leaves
1 cup coconut water (or plain cold water)
½ cup ice (optional, but ideal for chill factor)
Optional: 1 teaspoon chia seeds or flaxseed
Optional: ½ inch fresh ginger (for a light, spicy kick)
Optional: 1–2 teaspoons honey or agave (if you prefer a hint of sweetness)
Directions 1
Add coconut water to your blender first.
Add cucumber, apple, mint, lemon juice, and ice.
Blend on high until smooth, about 45 seconds.
Taste and adjust: add more mint or lemon for zing, honey for sweetness, or a little more water if it’s too thick.
Pour into glasses, garnish with a cucumber slice or sprig of mint, and serve immediately for maximum refreshment.
Side Information
2
Calories per serving (approx): 60–90
Flavor profile: Light, crisp, mildly sweet, cooling with a citrus-mint zing
Key nutrients: Hydration, fiber, vitamin C, potassium
Pairing Suggestions
3 Perfect alongside:
A light breakfast wrap with scrambled egg whites and spinach
A fruit-and-nut snack plate (apple slices, walnuts, dried apricots)
A small hummus and veggie wrap
A chilled herbal tea or matcha
Tips & Notes
4
Peel the cucumber for a milder flavor, or leave the skin on for extra fiber.
No green apple? Sub with pear or kiwi.
Make it fizzy: Blend everything but the coconut water, then stir in sparkling water for a mocktail-style sparkle.
Post-workout boost: Add a scoop of electrolyte powder or a pinch of Himalayan salt.
Meal-prep friendly: Freeze chopped cucumber, apple, and mint into smoothie cubes for quick blending.
