Description
Cucumber Lime Agua Fresca is the ultimate summer drink that combines the refreshing crunch of cucumber with the zesty kick of lime. This vibrant beverage is incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for hot days, picnics, or lounging at home. With only a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this delightful agua fresca in no time, impressing your guests and satisfying your thirst. Enjoy each sip as it transports you to a sun-kissed paradise!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium fresh cucumbers (about 2 cups chopped)
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (approximately 8 limes)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups filtered water
- Fresh mint leaves (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Wash and chop cucumbers into chunks.
- In a blender, combine chopped cucumbers, lime juice, sugar, and water. Blend until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove pulp.
- Chill the agua fresca in the fridge for at least an hour.
- Serve over ice and garnish with mint leaves if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg