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Cucumber Ginger Mint Agua Fresca

Cucumber Ginger Mint Agua Fresca for Ultimate Summer Refreshment

Cucumber Ginger Mint Agua Fresca is a refreshing drink that hydrates and revitalizes your senses during hot summer days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 large English Cucumber Provides a crisp, refreshing base; no need to peel.
  • 1/2 cup Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice Adds tanginess to balance sweetness; fresh juice enhances flavor.
  • 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the drink; substitute with honey for a natural option.
  • 4 cups Water Divided for blending and adjusting consistency.
For the Flavor
  • 1 cup Fresh Mint Leaves Contributes aromatic freshness; save some for garnishing.
  • 1-2 inches Fresh Ginger Imparts a spicy kick; adjust to your taste for more or less spice.

Equipment

  • High-speed blender
  • fine mesh strainer
  • Large pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather all ingredients. Cut the English cucumber into chunks, leaving the skin on for added nutrients. Squeeze fresh lime juice.
  2. In a high-speed blender, add cucumber chunks, lime juice, 2 cups of water, sugar, mint leaves, and ginger. Blend on high for about 30 seconds until smooth.
  3. Pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher, pressing with a spatula to extract as much liquid as possible. Add the remaining 2 cups of water and stir.
  4. Chill the agua fresca in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or serve immediately over ice, garnished with fresh mint.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 21gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Blend thoroughly to avoid chunks and strain gently to maximize extraction. Adjust sweetness according to taste, and always use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor.

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