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Amberly Vahn

Refreshing Cucumber Agua Fresca

A light and invigorating cucumber agua fresca, perfect for gatherings or refreshing sips amidst the holiday cheer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Group: Ingredients
  • 2 large cucumbers, peeled and chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
  • 2 Tbsp. sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 4 cups water
  • mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Fine-mesh sieve
  • Pitcher
  • Ice

Method
 

  1. In a blender, combine the chopped cucumbers, lime juice, sugar, and 2 cups of water. Blend until smooth.
  2. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher, discarding the solids. You should be left with a refreshing, pale green liquid.
  3. Stir in the remaining 2 cups of water to dilute the mixture to your desired taste. Adjust the sweetness if necessary.
  4. Serve over ice with a few mint leaves for garnish. Enjoy your homemade cucumber agua fresca!

Notes

This refreshing agua fresca is perfect as a hydrating drink during the bustling summer days or laid-back gatherings.