Ingredients
2 medium cucumbers
1 green apple
1 handful fresh spinach
½ lemon, peeled
1-inch (2.5 cm) piece fresh ginger
8–10 fresh mint leaves
1 cup (240 ml) cold water
Ice cubes (optional)
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Step 1: Wash the Produce
Wash the cucumbers, apple, spinach, mint, lemon, and ginger thoroughly under cold running water.
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Step 2: Prepare the Ingredients
Slice the cucumbers into chunks.
Core and chop the apple.
Peel and slice the ginger.
Peel the lemon and remove any seeds.
Pick the mint leaves from the stems.
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Step 3: Blend
Add the cucumbers, apple, spinach, ginger, mint, lemon, and water to a blender.
Blend on high speed for 1–2 minutes until smooth.
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Step 4: Strain (Optional)
For a smoother drink, pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a pitcher. If you prefer more fiber, skip this step.
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Step 5: Chill
Refrigerate the juice for 20–30 minutes, or pour it over ice cubes.
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Step 6: Serve
Pour into glasses and garnish with a cucumber slice or a sprig of fresh mint.
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Storage
Store in an airtight glass bottle in the refrigerator.
Drink within 24 hours for the freshest flavor.
Suggested Serving
Enjoy 1 glass (250 ml) as part of a balanced diet.
Important Note
This juice provides hydration and nutrients, but it will not restore eyesight, cure cataracts, or eliminate the need for glasses. If you have blurred vision, cataracts, or other eye problems, an eye examination by an optometrist or ophthalmologist is the appropriate way to diagnose and treat the cause.