Cucumber-Pineapple Juice

Ingredients:

• 1 large cucumber, peeled and chopped
• 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (or canned, drained)
• 1 small lime, juiced
• 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup (optional)
• 1 cup cold water or coconut water
• Ice cubes (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
   • Peel the cucumber and cut it into chunks.
   • If using fresh pineapple, remove the skin and core, then cut the pineapple into chunks.
   • Squeeze the lime to extract the juice.
2. Blend:
   • Add the cucumber chunks, pineapple chunks, lime juice, and honey (if using) into a blender.
   • Pour in the cold water or coconut water.
3. Blend Until Smooth:
   • Blend the mixture until smooth. If the juice seems too thick, add more water or coconut water to achieve the desired consistency.
4. Strain (Optional):
   • For a smoother juice, you can strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove the pulp.
5. Serve:
   • Pour the juice into glasses over ice cubes, if desired. Garnish with a slice of cucumber or pineapple on the rim of the glass.
6. Enjoy:
   • Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing, tropical drink!

This Cucumber-Pineapple Juice is perfect for hot days, offering a hydrating and deliciously sweet-tangy flavor. You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey or agave syrup to taste.