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Low-calorie refreshing herbal drink
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Mint cucumber parsley lemon 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 57.6 µg of Vitamin K covers 48% 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 |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 330 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 400 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 60 kcal |
Calculated from 12 calories per 100 g.
Blend washed cucumber with fresh mint and parsley leaves, then add lemon juice and cold water to taste. Serve it soon after blending for the freshest flavor. You can strain it if you prefer a smoother, less pulpy drink.
No. There is no good evidence that this drink removes toxins or cleanses the body. It can make water more appealing, while your liver and kidneys handle the body's normal waste-processing functions.
It does not cause weight loss or burn fat on its own. Choosing it instead of a sugary drink may reduce your overall energy intake, but weight change comes from sustained eating and activity habits.
Keep it in a covered container in the refrigerator and drink it within 24 hours for the best flavor and quality. The herbs can darken and the cucumber can lose its fresh taste as the drink sits.
No, straining is optional. Leaving the blended pulp gives the drink a thicker texture, while straining makes it smoother and lighter. Either way, wash the cucumber and herbs well before blending.
Too much lemon peel, crushed citrus seeds, or older herbs can make it bitter. Use lemon juice rather than blending the whole lemon, choose fresh mint and parsley, and serve the drink soon after making it.
Yes. Finely chop or muddle the mint, parsley, and cucumber, then stir them into water with lemon juice and let the flavors infuse briefly. Strain before serving if you do not want pieces in the glass.
Yes, cucumber peel is edible and can be blended into the drink after washing the cucumber thoroughly. Peel it if the skin is waxed, damaged, or makes the flavor too strong for your preference.
Yes, it contributes fluid and can be a refreshing choice after ordinary exercise. For prolonged, intense exercise in heat, it does not replace the electrolytes and fluid-replacement plan you may need.
Yes, most people can include it as a regular drink. Its lemon juice is acidic, so frequent sipping may affect tooth enamel; have it with a meal, rinse your mouth with water afterward, and avoid brushing immediately.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
57.6µg · 48% DV
Vitamin C
18mg · 20% DV
Vitamin A
91.2µg · 10% DV
Folate
19.2µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
228mg · 7% DV
Magnesium
22mg · 5% 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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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Mint cucumber parsley lemon drink is a simple homemade beverage made by combining mint, cucumber, parsley and lemon with water. Depending on the recipe, the ingredients may be blended for a fuller, greener drink or steeped and strained for a lighter infusion; there is no single traditional place of origin implied by the name.
Served chilled, it tastes crisp and herbal, with cucumber’s mildness balanced by mint and a bright lemon tang. It works alongside a meal or as a refreshing drink between meals, and is easy to make without added sweetener. It is very low in calories, with 12 calories per 100 g, so it can suit those looking for a light alternative to sweet drinks. Adjust the lemon to taste.
Medium
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
0.07g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.