Cucumber Apple Smoothie: Easy 10-Minute Recipe

A cucumber apple smoothie is a blended drink of cucumber, apple and water that takes 10 minutes to make and yields 2 servings.

For a personalized version, try the ai detox recipe generator. This fruit-forward variation on a cucumber detox smoothie gets its sweetness and body from apple.

What ingredients do you need?

150 g cucumber, about 1⅛ cups chopped, with peel
150 g apple, about 1¼ cups chopped, with skin and core removed
240 ml water, about 1 cup

Use a sweet or tart apple according to your preference. An English cucumber works well because its skin is thin, but another cucumber is fine. The cup measurements are approximate; weigh the produce after trimming for the closest match to the nutrition estimate below.

Leaving the apple skin and cucumber peel on adds fiber and color. If either peel is tough, you can remove it, but the texture and nutrition will differ from the estimate. Wash the produce even if you plan to peel it.

How do you make a cucumber apple smoothie?

Prep time: 10 minutes
Total time: 10 minutes
Yield: 2 servings

Wash the cucumber and apple under running water, rubbing their surfaces gently, then pat them dry.
Core the apple and chop it and the cucumber into small pieces. Leave the skins on if you like.
Add the water, cucumber and apple to a blender. Blend until the mixture is as smooth as you like.
Pour into 2 glasses and serve immediately.

Cutting the produce into small pieces helps it move around the blender. If the blender struggles, stop it before moving the ingredients around, then blend again. Add a little more water if you prefer a thinner drink; it will increase the yield without changing the calories in the batch.

Refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container and drink within 24 hours for the best flavor. Discard any remaining smoothie after 2 days, or sooner if it smells sour or feels slimy. It may naturally separate in the fridge; stir or shake it before serving.

Why might a cucumber apple smoothie support detox?

The cucumber apple smoothie supplies fluid, while its unstrained produce provides fiber that can support regular bowel movements. The liver and kidneys do most of the body's detoxification, and the lungs and gut also help eliminate waste; staying hydrated supports normal body function. There is no evidence that this particular smoothie has a special detoxifying effect.

What swaps and variations work?

Adjust the texture

For a colder, thicker smoothie, blend in ice. For a smoother texture, blend longer; for a thinner one, add water. Straining removes some pulp and fiber, so keep it unstrained if you want the nutrition estimate to be more representative.

Change the flavor

Choose a tart apple for a sharper flavor or a sweeter variety for a milder drink. A squeeze of lemon can add brightness, while a little fresh ginger adds warmth. For a more apple-focused take, see the apple detox smoothie.

Make it more filling

Blend in plain yogurt or serve the smoothie alongside a protein-containing food. The basic cucumber apple smoothie is light and low in protein and fat, so it may not be filling on its own. Additions change the nutrition values below.

What is the nutrition per serving?

These estimates use 150 g each of raw cucumber with peel and Golden Delicious apple with skin, plus water, divided into 2 equal servings. Each serving therefore contains about 75 g of each produce item. Actual values vary with the apple variety, produce size and any substitutions.

Nutrient	Approximate amount per serving
Energy	54 kcal
Carbohydrates	12.9 g
Fiber	2.2 g
Sugars	8.8 g
Protein	0.7 g
Fat	0.2 g
Potassium	185 mg
Sodium	3 mg

The sugars in this estimate come from the apple and cucumber; the base recipe has no added sugar. The estimate counts the blended produce rather than just the liquid, so removing pulp or changing the ingredient amounts will change the values.