Cucumber Agua Fresca
Cucumber Agua Fresca is a refreshing and light beverage that is perfect for hot summer days. It is made by blending fresh cucumber with water, sugar, and a touch of lime juice. The result is a clean, crisp, and cool drink with a beautiful green hue.
Servings 2 servings
Calories 82kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups cucumber peeled and roughly chopped
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons honey or agave nectar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice about ½ lime
- ice cubes or crushed ice for serving
- cucumber slices or ribbons for garnish
- lime slices for garnish
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the cucumber, water, honey and lime juice, and blend until very smooth.
- Strain the fruit mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher or bowl. This will remove any solids or sediments from the fruit.
- Chill for best flavor or serve immediately over ice.
Notes
- Look for cucumbers that are firm, evenly green and free of any soft spots or blemishes.
- Adjust the sweetness and acidity to your liking. If you prefer a sweeter drink, add more sugar. If you prefer a tangier drink, add more lime juice.
- For an extra boost of flavor, you can add a handful of fresh mint leaves or a slice of jalapeño to the blender along with the cucumber.
- For a fun garnish, use a mandoline or vegetable peeler to slice a few slices of the cucumber lengthwise. This will give you an ultra thin ribbon of cucumber. Thread it on a cocktail pick, or place it in the glass. Be careful with the mandoline! They are very sharp! I recommend using cut-resistant gloves with it, which come with the one I linked to.
Nutrition
Serving: 1glass | Calories: 82kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 201mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 0.4mg
