This Mint Juice Recipe is a light, cooling drink you’ll want on repeat when you crave something crisp and naturally refreshing. It combines cucumber, fresh mint, lime, green apple, and a small piece of ginger. The recipe works in either a juicer or a blender — both are simple and fast.
Use a juicer or a blender depending on the texture you prefer. A juicer produces a smooth, clear juice. A blender works well if you add a little water and strain the mixture for a cleaner texture.
As a nutrition professional, I appreciate this juice for being simple, hydrating, and made with whole ingredients. Cucumber supplies abundant water with minimal calories, lime contributes vitamin C and bright flavor, mint brings cooling notes without added sugar, and apple offers gentle sweetness.
The finished drink is fresh and light, similar to spa water but with more brightness and natural sweetness from the apple. It’s a great green juice option if you don’t want anything overly vegetal: cucumber keeps it mellow, lime adds tang, mint refreshes, and apple balances everything.
Only a handful of ingredients are needed, with no added sugar and minimal prep.
Key Ingredients
Cucumber is the base: choose an English cucumber if possible for its thin skin, mild flavor, and high water content.
Fresh mint provides the cooling, bright flavor — use fresh leaves rather than dried.
Lime adds acidity and balances the apple’s sweetness.
Green apple brings gentle natural sweetness; use a whole apple for sweeter juice or half an apple for a milder profile.
Fresh ginger is optional but gives a warm, lively edge to the drink.
Juicer Method Versus Blender Method
A juicer yields the clearest, smoothest juice without adding water. Feed the produce through the machine and collect the liquid.
In a blender, add about 1/2 cup water to help everything combine. Blend until smooth, then strain through a nut milk bag or fine mesh strainer for a cleaner juice. If you prefer a thicker, fiber-rich drink, you can skip straining and enjoy it as a blended beverage.
Recipe Substitutions
- Swap lemon for lime for a slightly different citrus profile; lime tends to taste brighter and more refreshing.
- Use a red apple if you prefer a sweeter juice, or reduce the apple amount for lower sweetness.
- Omit the ginger for a classic cucumber-mint flavor.
- Add sparkling water just before serving to create a light, mocktail-style drink.
Storage Tips
Fresh juice is best consumed immediately.
If you have leftovers, keep them in a sealed glass jar in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Natural separation may occur — shake or stir before drinking.
This juice is not ideal for long-term freezing, though you can freeze it in ice cube trays to add to sparkling water or smoothies later.
Recipe FAQs
Can I make mint juice without a juicer?
Yes. Blend the ingredients with 1/2 cup water, then strain through a nut milk bag or fine mesh strainer for a smooth result.
Can I make this juice without apple?
Yes. Without apple the drink will be less sweet and more like cucumber-lime water. Use half an apple if you want only a hint of sweetness.
Can I use lemon instead of lime?
Lemon works fine, though lime gives the recipe a brighter, mojito-like character.
Can I use dried mint?
No — fresh mint gives the best flavor, aroma, and color for this juice.
Is mint juice good for digestion?
Fresh mint has a refreshing effect for many people. Note that most clinical research focuses on peppermint oil for digestive symptoms; fresh mint juice can be pleasant but may affect individuals differently, especially those prone to reflux.
Is this a detox juice?
This is not a detox in a medical sense. It’s a hydrating, nutrient-rich beverage made from whole foods. The body’s own organs handle detoxification; this juice supports hydration and provides natural vitamins and flavor.
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Mint Juice Recipe (Juicer or Blender)
This mint juice blends cucumber, mint, lime, green apple, and a touch of ginger into a light, refreshing beverage. Prepare it in a juicer or blender in about 15 minutes.
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 2
Ingredients
- 1 large English cucumber, cut into pieces
- 1 green apple, cored and sliced
- 1 lime, peel removed
- 1/4 packed cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 one-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled (optional)
- 1/2 cup water, if using the blender method
Instructions
- Wash and prep all produce. Remove mint leaves from stems to avoid clogging the juicer.
- Juicer method: Feed cucumber, apple, lime, mint, and ginger through the juicer. Alternate soft and firm pieces to help extraction.
- Divide the juice between two glasses and serve immediately with ice if desired.
- Blender method: Combine cucumber, apple, lime, mint, ginger, and the 1/2 cup water in a high-speed blender.
- Blend 30–45 seconds until smooth.
- Strain through a nut milk bag or fine mesh strainer, squeezing to extract as much liquid as possible.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Best enjoyed fresh.
- Store leftovers in a sealed glass jar in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours; shake before drinking.
- Use a whole green apple for sweeter juice or half an apple for less sweetness.
- Add an extra 1/2 cup mint for a stronger mint flavor.
- Omit ginger for a milder, classic cucumber-mint profile.
- Mix with sparkling water just before serving for a lighter beverage.
- Author: Carrie Forrest, MPH in Nutrition
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Juicer or Blender
- Cuisine: American, Healthy
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 ounces
- Calories: 53
- Sugar: 9.1 g
- Sodium: 25.5 mg
- Fat: 0.1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13.8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 0.8 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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