When it's hot out, we crave something refreshing. But we also want what we put in our glass to actually nourish us, not just cool us off for five minutes. Good news: a smoothie can do both. Fresh AND nourishing—it's possible. Here's the proof: this cucumber and bone broth combo, perfect for days when you want something light without sacrificing anything.

Why does this duo work so well?

At first glance, combining a water-rich vegetable with bone broth might seem surprising. And yet, each plays a specific role:

• Cucumber provides deep hydration, making it ideal when temperatures rise.
• Avocados provide omega-9 fatty acids, those "good fats" that help you feel full.
• Spinach adds a touch of green and minerals.
• Bone broth, on the other hand, provides glycine and proline, two amino acids that help reduce inflammation deep within the body.

And if you take your broth out of the fridge and find that it's gelatinized, don't panic. It's completely normal—and actually a good sign: that's the natural collagen setting. Once you blend it, it will be perfectly smooth again.

The recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 whole cucumber
• 1 very ripe avocado
• A handful of fresh spinach
• The juice of one lime
• A few fresh basil leaves
• Cold bone broth (yes, it's gelatinous—that's normal!)

The steps:

1️⃣ Pour all the ingredients into the blender.

2️⃣ Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

3️⃣ Pour it into a large glass, and it's ready.

The little extra

For the finishing touch, add a drizzle of olive oil and a few basil leaves on top. It looks pretty, it’s fragrant, and it adds a little extra “good fat.”

Your daily dose of collagen, summer style. Fresh, green, and packed with benefits. The kind of little ritual you quickly adopt when the warm weather arrives.