How to make Mint Lime juice - a cool summer drink

The summer in India is harsh and we need to replenish our bodily fluid and nutrition which is lost through sweat. This minty lime juice is what doctor order for such purpose. Mint is a herb which is used for thousands of years for its medicinal qualities. It aids digestion, reduces depression and fatigue, prevents memory loss and it is good for skin. Moreover it is a detox agent and simulates freshness. You can look at https://www.organicfacts.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/mint-info.jpg to know about its benefits. The lime adds taste and also increase the freshness quotient. Together it creates a yummy and healthy drinks just suited for summer.

This vegan drink or sorbet can be prepared in Indian as well as western ways. The recipe here is more on western line. You can remove the ginger + black pepper from it and add black salt+ roasted Jeera to suite the masala taste Indians love.

Preparation Time: - 10 min

 

Cooking Time: - 10~15 min

 

Servings: - 2 person

 

Ingredients:- 

1. 1 bunch fresh Mint leaves (approx. 2 cup)
   
2. Small lemon 10~12 pieces of Oreo cookies ( I used 8 for main preparation and 2 for garnishing )
3. 1 inch Ginger grated
4. 1 cup water or ½ cup water+ ½ cup soda
5. 10 tbsp Sugar
6. 2 tbsp Honey
7. 3 tsp Black pepper powder
8. Few Ice cubes

Preparation:-

1. Reserve few mint leaves for garnishing and pluck the remaining mint leaves from the stem and rinse thoroughly in water.
2. Drain the excess water in a strainer and keep aside.
   
3. Grate the ginger.
4. Mix the ginger and mint leaves.
   
5. Squeeze the lemons into it.
6. Add Black pepper powder, sugar and honey.
7. Pour the mixture in blender with ½ cup water and grind it into a smooth puree
8. Pour the remaining water or soda in the blender and swirl again for half a minute.
9. You can pour the whole thing in a strainer to remove the pulps if any.

You can chill the juice in refrigerator or add few ice cubes in it. You may even have the juice in room temperature if you have sore throat but it really feels yummy if served chilled. Garnish with lime slice and fresh mint leaves and serve in tall glasses.

As always please feel free to comment, criticize and seek if any help is required. I am all ears.