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Cucumber Lime Agua Fresca

Cucumber Lime Agua Fresca: Refresh Your Summer Sips!

Cucumber Lime Agua Fresca is a refreshing summer drink that quenches thirst and embodies summer flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 medium Cucumbers opt for organic for enhanced flavor
  • 1/2 cup Lime Juice freshly squeezed is best
  • 4 cups Water cold water for refreshment
For Sweetness
  • 2-4 tablespoons Sweetener (Agave or Maple Syrup) start with a small amount and adjust to taste
  • to taste Honey optional for non-vegan
For a Flavor Boost
  • handful Fresh Mint Leaves slap to release oils
  • to taste Basil optional substitute for mint

Equipment

  • Blender
  • fine-mesh sieve
  • Pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash two medium cucumbers thoroughly under cold water and chop them into 1-inch cubes.
  2. In a blender, combine chopped cucumbers, lime juice, cold water, and sweetener; blend until smooth.
  3. Strain the blended mixture using a fine mesh sieve into a bowl or pitcher to remove pulp.
  4. Taste and adjust flavor with more lime juice or sweetener as needed.
  5. Chill for 1-2 hours or serve immediately over ice, garnished with cucumber slices, lime rounds, and a sprig of mint.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 15gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh, organic cucumbers for the best flavor. Adjust sweetness to personal preference and chill for at least 2 hours for maximum refreshment.

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