Mint-Cucumber Mojito Dish

Ingredients and Weight:

• Fresh Mint leaves - 10g
• Cucumber - 200g (peeled and seeded)
• Fresh lime juice - 50ml
• White sugar - 2 tbsp
• Agave syrup or honey - 1 tbsp (optional)
• White rum - 150ml
• Carbonated water or soda - 150ml
• Ice cubes - to fill the glass
• Salt (for rim of glass) - a pinch

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes (including chilling time)

Cooking Time:

• No cooking required, just mixing and preparation.

Difficulty Level:

[Simple] - This dish is easy to prepare and does not require any special cooking skills.

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Prepare the glass: Wet the rim of the glass and add a pinch of salt. Set aside.
2. In a blender, add mint leaves, cucumber, lime juice, sugar, and agave syrup (if using). Blend until smooth.
3. Add white rum and carbonated water/soda. Blend for a few seconds.
4. Pour the mixture into the prepared glass, filling it with ice cubes.
5. Garnish with fresh mint leaves or cucumber slices.
6. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information: (per serving)

• Calories: Approx. 200-250 (depending on the addition of agave syrup)
• Carbohydrates: 25-30g
• Fat: <5g
• Protein: <3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Refreshing and minty flavor, perfect for hot summer days or as a pre-dinner drink.
• A combination of fresh mint and cucumber gives it a unique flavor profile that many Americans enjoy.
• A variation of the traditional Mojito with a creative twist.

User Comments:

1. "Love the combination of mint and cucumber, so refreshing!"
2. "Great summer drink, easy to make, and perfect for entertaining."
3. "Love the slight sweetness from agave syrup, adds a different dimension to the drink."
4. "A unique variation of Mojito, definitely a hit at our party."
5. "Perfect balance of flavors, loved the salted rim of the glass."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh mint leaves for best flavor. If not available, you can use dried mint, but the flavor will not be as strong.
• Seeds in cucumber may affect the texture of the drink, so make sure to remove them before blending.
• Adjust the sweetness by adding or reducing sugar or agave syrup according to your preference.