Lime-and-Cucumber Frappe

• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, plus 1 lime wedge for garnish
• One 2-inch piece of seedless cucumber, peeled halfway and coarsely chopped
• 4 ice cubes

1. In a microwave-safe cup, combine the sugar with the 2 tablespoons of water and microwave at high power for 15 seconds, until the sugar is dissolved; let cool for 5 minutes.
2. In a blender, combine the sugar syrup with the lime juice, chopped cucumber, ice cubes and the remaining 1/2 cup of water; puree until frothy.
3. Pour the frappe into a tall glass, garnish with the lime wedge and serve immediately.

sugar, water, lime juice, cucumber, cubes

Taken from www.foodandwine.com/recipes/lime-and-cucumber-frappe (may not work)