Description
Cucumber Lime Agua Fresca is a refreshing, invigorating drink that’s perfect for quenching your thirst on hot summer days. With the zesty flavors of fresh limes and cool cucumbers, this vibrant beverage offers a delightful balance of sweet and tangy notes. Easy to prepare in just a few minutes, it’s an ideal companion for picnics, BBQs, or simply enjoying at home. Sip on this rejuvenating agua fresca and transport yourself to a tropical paradise with every glass!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cucumber, chopped
- 3 fresh limes, juiced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups filtered water
- Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers and limes thoroughly. Peel cucumbers if desired.
- In a blender, combine chopped cucumbers, lime juice, sugar, and filtered water. Blend until smooth.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness as needed.
- Optional: Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve for a smoother texture.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving over ice.
- Serve garnished with mint leaves or cucumber slices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg