Cucumber Lime Mint Agua Fresca
A light, hydrating, and refreshing drink made with cucumber, lime, and mint – perfect for hot days or as a healthy alternative to sugary beverages.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 10 mins
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber, peeled and chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons sugar or honey (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups cold water
- Ice cubes, for serving
- Mint sprigs and lime slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Add chopped cucumber, lime juice, mint leaves, sugar, and 1 cup of water to a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a pitcher.
- Add the remaining 1 cup of cold water and stir well.
- Serve over ice and garnish with mint sprigs and lime slices if desired.
Notes
- For extra chill, refrigerate the drink for 30 minutes before serving.
- Adjust sweetness and lime to suit your taste preference.
- You can leave it unstrained for extra fiber and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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