Chill Out with Refreshing Cucumber Lime Agua Fresca Recipe

Enjoy a refreshing Cucumber Lime Agua Fresca, a perfect vegan and gluten-free drink for hot summer days.

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Prep Time 10

Chill Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 cups

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 50

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

2 medium Cucumbers Choose fresh cucumbers and keep the skins on for extra nutrients.
1/2 cup Lime Juice Freshly squeezed is best for the ultimate flavor boost.
4 cups Water Use chilled water for a cool and refreshing drink.

For Sweetness

2-4 tablespoons Sweetener (Agave or Maple Syrup) Adjust based on your preferred sweetness level.

For Flavor Enhancement

10 leaves Mint Leaves Slap them before blending to unleash their fragrant oils.

Equipment

Blender
fine-mesh strainer
pitcher

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Wash cucumbers thoroughly under cool running water. If bitter, peel them. Chop into 1-2 inch pieces for easy blending.
Combine chopped cucumbers, lime juice, chilled water, sweetener, and mint leaves in a blender. Blend on high for 30-45 seconds until smooth.
Strain mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a clean pitcher, using a spatula to press pulp down.
Taste the agua fresca. Adjust sweetness or tanginess as needed, blending gently after any adjustments.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill or serve immediately over ice, garnished with mint or lime slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For optimal refreshment, chill before serving or pour over plenty of ice. Customize flavors as desired with additional fruits.

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