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Low-calorie refreshing plant-based drink with vitamin C
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Cucumber, parsley and lime juice drink (240 g) has 29 calories. That works out to 12 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.2 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 100.8 µg of Vitamin K covers 84% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
29
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
6.2g
· 2% DV
Protein
1g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 81% · Protein 13% · Fat 6%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 29 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 9.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.2 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 1 g | 2% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 29 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 12 kcal |
| 8 tablespoon (medium) | 120 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 22 kcal |
| 16 tablespoon (double) | 240 g | 29 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 330 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 400 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 60 kcal |
Calculated from 12 calories per 100 g.
Blend chopped cucumber with parsley and fresh lime juice, adding water to reach the consistency you like. Drink it unstrained for more of the vegetable pulp, or strain it for a smoother, thinner drink.
A cucumber, parsley and lime juice drink is refreshing and contributes to fluid intake; lime juice also provides vitamin C. It is not proven to detox the body or treat a health condition.
It does not cause weight loss on its own. It can be a low-calorie replacement for a sugary drink, but any benefit comes from that substitution as part of your overall eating pattern.
No. There is no reliable evidence that this drink removes toxins or cleanses the liver. Your liver and kidneys already process waste; enjoy the drink for its fresh taste and fluid content instead.
Keep a cucumber, parsley and lime juice drink in a covered container in the refrigerator and drink it the same day if possible. Its fresh flavour and texture decline as it sits; do not leave it out for hours.
Blending keeps the cucumber and parsley pulp in the drink, while a juicer produces a thinner result with less pulp. If you blend it, add water as needed rather than straining automatically.
Yes, most healthy adults can include it daily, but it should not replace plain water or a varied diet. If you take warfarin or another medication affected by vitamin K, ask your clinician about regular parsley intake.
There is no proven best time; have a cucumber, parsley and lime juice drink whenever it suits you. It can be refreshing with a meal or after activity, but it does not have a special fasting or fat-burning effect.
No, it should not be your only source of hydration. The drink contributes fluid, but plain water is a simple everyday choice and the blended drink also contains ingredients that may not suit everyone in large amounts.
Yes, a blender works well: blend cucumber, parsley and lime juice with a little water, then strain only if you want a smoother texture. A fine sieve or clean cloth can separate the pulp.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
100.8µg · 84% DV
Vitamin C
22.8mg · 25% DV
Folate
24µg · 6% DV
Vitamin A
43.2µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
276mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Magnesium
24mg · 6% DV
Sodium
9.6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 29 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Cucumber, parsley and lime juice drink is a simple blend of fresh cucumber and parsley with lime juice, often loosened with a little water. It is better understood as a homemade refreshing drink than as a dish with one established place of origin; similar combinations suit many cuisines.
Its flavour is crisp and green, with a bright tang from the lime. Leave it unstrained for a little more texture, or strain it for a smoother drink. Serve it chilled alongside a meal or as a light refreshment on a warm day. It is low in calories and mostly water, while the lime and parsley contribute vitamin C. If you prefer a milder taste, use extra cucumber and skip added sugar.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.