1medium organic unwaxed cucumber, ends trimmed (do not peel), chopped
1tablespoonchopped fresh mint leaves
2½cupscold water
¼cupfresh lime juice
¼cupfresh lemon juice
¼cupNectevia or sweetener of choice
1teaspoonmatcha green tea powder
chilled sparkling water, club soda, prosecco or champagne
Garnish
fresh mint, lime slices, fresh raspberries for garnish
Instructions
In a blender, combine chopped cucumber, mint and ½ cup of water; blend until mixture is smooth. Add remaining water, lime and lemon juice, Nectevia and green tea powder; blend until mixture is very smooth.
Strain, if desired. Pour into ice-filled glasses or shake with ice and strain into flutes.
Top with sparkling water or prosecco.
Garnish edge of glass with a fresh lime slice and sprig of mint. Float raspberries in glass, if desired.