Cucumber Melon Cooler

Directions

1. 1
   Remove rind from honeydew and cut into chunks.
2. 2
   Peel cucumber, cut 8 nice slices from the middle to use as garnish and cut the rest of the cucumber into chunks.
3. 3
   Using a blender and working in 2 batches, puree the melon, cucumber and water.
4. 4
   Strain mixture and discard solids.
5. 5
   Whisk sugar and lemon juice into the liquids remaining from melon/cucumber.
6. 6
   Taste it and add up to 2 cups more water if it is too concentrated for your liking.
7. 7
   Refrigerate until chilled and serve over ice with a floating slice of cucumber as a garnish.