Cucumber agua fresca
This light cucumber-based drink is refreshing and gently flavored. Perfect for a warm day.
Servings: 2 (makes approx 2 cups)
Calories: 59kcal
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Ingredients
- 1 cup cucumber 100g, approx - around 1 Persian cucumber or ⅔ English cucumber
- 1 cup water 240ml
- ½ cup ice 120ml, around 6-8 cubes, or more as you prefer
- 3 tablespoon lime juice (fresh)
- 2 tablespoon sugar or a little more to taste
- 2 mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Grate the skin from the cucumber and cut into thick slices before measuring.
- Place the cucumber, water, ice, lime juice and sugar (and torn mint leaves, if using) in a blender and blend until everything is well blended and smooth (you can also use a good hand blender). Taste the drink and add a little more sugar, lime or water to taste.
- If you prefer a smoother drink, strain the mixture before serving with a fine mesh strainer. Chill if not serving immediately and serve over ice.
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Nutrition
Calories: 59kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 90IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg