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Cucumber-Mint Ginger Sparkler

Refreshing Cucumber drink
Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins
Courses:
Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 1
Estimated Cost: 2.20
Calories: 25
Best Season: Summer, Spring, Suitable throughout the year
Description

Cool cucumber, fresh mint, and a hint of ginger are lightly sweetened and brightened with lemon, then topped with sparkling water for a bubbly, ultra-refreshing mocktail.

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, thinly sliced (peel if desired)
  • 6 fresh 6–8 mint leaves, plus more for garnish
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
  • 2 tsp 2–3 lemon juice (start with 2 tsp; adjust to taste)
  • 2 tsp 2–3 maple syrup or simple syrup (to taste)
  • 2 cups very cold sparkling water (no sodium added)
  • 1/2 cup cold still water
  • Ice (as needed)
  • Optional garnish: extra cucumber ribbons or a thin lemon wheel
Instructions
  1. 1
    In a small pitcher or mixing glass, muddle cucumber slices, mint leaves, and grated ginger gently (about 10–15 presses) to release flavor without pulverizing.
  2. 2
    Add lemon juice, maple syrup, and the still water. Stir well, then strain into a clean pitcher or directly into two ice-filled glasses to remove solids (or leave some cucumber/mint if you prefer).
  3. 3
    Top with sparkling water just before serving and stir once or twice. Garnish with a mint sprig and cucumber ribbon. Serve immediately while bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 25kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 5mg1%
Potassium 70mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 6g2%
Sugars 5g
Protein 0g
Phosphorus 5 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Potassium management: Keep lemon juice to 2–3 tsp total across two servings to maintain a low potassium load. No-sugar option: Skip sweetener or use a few drops of liquid stevia. Extra zing: Add a splash (1/2–1 tsp) of apple cider vinegar for brightness without adding much potassium or sodium. Make-ahead: Mix the base (everything except sparkling water and ice) up to 24 hours ahead; keep chilled. Add sparkling water just before serving. Label check: Choose plain sparkling water without added minerals/sodium.

Keywords: kidney friendly drink, CKD mocktail, low potassium beverage, low phosphorus drink, low sodium refreshment, cucumber mint ginger spritzer, healthy non-alcoholic drink, renal diet beverage
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