A cooling, alkalizing juice designed to hydrate, support digestion, and gently stimulate detox pathways. With crisp cucumber, tangy lemon, and warming ginger, this blend is ideal for mornings, fasting periods, or post-meal relief.
Preparation Time
- Prep time: 8 minutes
- Blending/juicing time: 5 minutes
- Total time: 13 minutes
- Servings: 2 (approx. 400–500 ml total)
Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber (peeled if not organic)
- Juice of 1 whole lemon
- 1 small piece fresh ginger (about 2–3 cm), peeled
- 1/2 cup cold water (for blender method)
- Optional: a few fresh mint leaves
- Optional: pinch of sea salt (especially post-workout)
Instructions
Juicer method:
- Juice cucumber and ginger.
- Stir in lemon juice.
- Serve chilled or over ice.
Blender method:
- Chop cucumber and ginger, add to blender with lemon juice and water.
- Blend on high until smooth.
- Strain through a fine mesh sieve or nut milk bag.
- Serve immediately.
Estimated Nutritional Value (Per 250 ml glass)
| Nutrient | Approximate Value |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~25 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | ~6 g |
| Natural sugars | ~2 g |
| Vitamin C | ~40% DV |
| Potassium | ~250 mg |
| Magnesium | ~6% DV |
| Hydration | High (from cucumber and lemon water) |
| Bioactives | Gingerol, limonene, flavonoids |
Health Benefits
1. Hydrating and alkalizing
Cucumber is 95% water and provides minerals that support hydration and pH balance.
Reference: Institute of Medicine (2005). Dietary Reference Intakes for water, potassium, and sodium.
2. Anti-inflammatory and digestive aid
Ginger contains gingerol, a compound shown to reduce inflammation and stimulate digestion by increasing gastric motility.
Study: Mao Q et al. (2019). Bioactive compounds of ginger. Food & Function.
3. Detox and antioxidant support
Lemon provides vitamin C and limonene, both of which enhance liver detox enzymes and antioxidant defenses.
Reference: Miyake Y et al. (1998). Limonene-rich citrus components and liver function. Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry.
Tips for Best Results
- Use cold ingredients for a naturally refreshing result.
- Peel ginger finely to reduce bitterness.
- Drink on an empty stomach for best absorption and digestive benefits.
- Add mint or basil for extra cooling and digestive support.
- Avoid storing overnight—ginger’s active compounds degrade with time.
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