July 30, 2008
Melon or/and Cucumber Cooler
Sara Jones, Tucson CSA
Perfect as is, or use as a base for cocktails or frozen into popsicles.
1 melon or cucumber (or half of each), peeled, seeded and cut into large chunks
1/2 cup sugar or honey (optional)
1/4 cup lime juice
Juice from one knob grated ginger
1 bottle sparkling mineral water
Puree all ingredients, except mineral water, in a blender or food processor. Put in a large pitcher with ice cubes and add mineral water. Stir gently and serve.