When the garden is overflowing with cucumbers, make this cucumber apple juice recipe with mint. An easy green juice recipe using natural, homegrown ingredients.
If you’ve ever grown cucumbers, then you know exactly how productive they can be.
One day it’s just a tiny vine starting to scramble up the trellis, and the next day it’s a lean, green cucumber machine pumping out more fruit than you can handle.
Now, I love a good crunchy dill pickle, but there’s only so many cucumbers I can pickle or relish before it becomes too much.
Woman cannot live on pickles alone.
So that’s how our cucumber apple juice recipe was born.
A fridge drawer full of cucumbers. A moment of desperation. And suddenly, inspiration.
I can juice this!
This green juice recipe is smooth, light, and so refreshing.
It’s the perfect way to use up a large amount of cucumbers, especially after a long hot day of playing or working in the garden.
I like it because it’s:
- An easy way to use up a lot of fresh cucumbers
- Only 3 ingredients
- Hydrating, refreshing, low-calorie, and delicious
- Healthy alternative to store-bought juice
If you like this recipe, you might want to try my coconut mint lemonade recipe, too!
Why Juice Cucumbers?
Cucumbers are made up of about 96% water (source), which makes them the perfect candidate for juicing.
They have a cool, mellow taste that pairs perfectly with sweet yellow apples.
If you’re tired of eating cucumbers fresh or pickled, drink them instead!
Cucumber juice is also naturally low-calorie, low-carb, and contains Vitamin K, magnesium, and potassium (source).
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How to Make Cucumber Apple Juice with Mint
Here’s what you’ll need to make this green juice recipe:
- 5 large cucumbers (I used Suyo Long cucumbers from my veggie garden)
- 4-5 yellow apples (I used Ginger Gold apples)
- 15 mint leaves (I used my favorite Kentucky Colonel mint)
Next, grab your juicer and prep the ingredients.
NOTE: I’m using an older model of this Breville juicer for this recipe. The newer model I linked has an extra wide chute so you don’t even need to cut most fruits and veggies to fit!
- Wash cucumbers, apples, and mint. Sometimes store-bought cucumbers and apples will be waxed with a food-grade wax to protect them and make them look extra shiny. Be sure to wash and dry them well.
- Cut cucumbers and apples. Slice cucumbers in half lengthwise if needed to make them fit in the juicer. Core and quarter the apples if needed. You do not need to peel them.
- Juice everything. I did cucumbers first, then apples, then mint. *Do not put mint stems in the juicer.
Serve right away.
Store remaining juice in the refrigerator. The juice will naturally separate a little as it sits. Just give it a stir before serving.
Variations and Tips
- Want it to be sweeter? Add more apples.
- No juicer? Blend the cucumbers, apples, and mint with a splash of water, and then strain through a fine mesh sieve.
- Making it a cocktail? A splash of gin or vodka works well with this green juice.
- Have leftovers? Keep the remaining juice sealed in a jar or pitcher with a lid in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Celebrate Cucumber Season with a Glass of Juice
If you’re drowning in cucumbers like I am, or you’re just in the mood for a refreshing glass of homemade juice, I hope you’ll try this cucumber apple juice recipe.
It’s quick, simple, and goes down easy.
And if you’re looking for more ideas on how to make the most of your cucumber harvest, check out my recipe for cucumber salad with herby avocado dressing next.
FAQs
Do you need to peel cucumbers before juicing?
No, cucumbers don’t need to be peeled.
How long does cucumber apple juice last?
When refrigerated, this juice lasts for about 3 days.
What does cucumber apple juice with mint taste like?
This juice is fresh, light, and not too sweet. The cucumber and mint are very cooling, and the apples add a bit of tartness along with the sweet.
Can I make this without a juicer?
Yes. Add all the ingredients to a blender with just enough water to get everything moving. Blend until everything is pureed smoothly. Then strain using a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth. Discard the solids.
Can I juice cucumbers whole?
Absolutely! The whole cucumber, including peels and immature seeds, can be juiced.
Cucumber Apple Juice with Mint
Equipment
- 1 juicer
Ingredients
- 5 large cucumbers
- 4-5 yellow apples like Ginger Gold, Golden Delicious, Jonagold
- 15 mint leaves
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers, apples, and mint.
- Slice cucumbers in half lengthwise (to make them fit in the juicer). Core and quarter the apples. You do not need to peel them.
- Juice everything in the juicer according to manufacturer instructions.
- Serve right away.