Cucumber Agua Fresca Rezept

Beat the heat with this vibrant and refreshing Cucumber Agua Fresca! This authentic Mexican-inspired drink is surprisingly simple to make, requiring only a handful of fresh ingredients. Imagine the jewel-toned hues of this cool, subtly sweet beverage served in a beautiful glass dispenser at your next backyard BBQ or patio party. Perfect for a hot summer day, this agua fresca is naturally hydrating and subtly sweet, with a refreshing cucumber base. Elevate your experience with optional garnishes like thinly sliced fruit, lavender sprigs, or herb-infused ice cubes. This recipe is easily scaled up or down, making it ideal for intimate gatherings or larger crowds. Make a big batch to keep in the fridge for several days or freeze it into ice cubes for later enjoyment.

Vorbereitung 15 Min.

Kochzeit 15 Min.

Kalorien 32.1 kcal

Eiweiß 2g

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Zubereitung von Cucumber Agua Fresca

Wash and peel 1 large cucumber (about 1 pound). Roughly chop and add to a blender.
Add 4 cups of water, ½ cup of sugar (or to taste), and the juice of 1 lime to the blender. Blend until completely smooth.
Line a fine-mesh sieve or colander with three layers of cheesecloth. Pour the blended mixture into the sieve and let it strain, pressing gently to extract all the liquid.
Taste and adjust sweetness with additional sugar or a pinch of salt, if desired.
Pour the strained Agua Fresca into a pitcher or dispenser. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Serve over ice. Garnish with thinly sliced cucumbers, lime wedges, fresh mint sprigs, or lavender flowers for an extra touch of elegance.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

Carbs

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Cuisine Preparation Occasion Beverages Easy Summer South American Seasonal

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Wie lange dauert die Zubereitung von Cucumber Agua Fresca?

Cucumber Agua Fresca dauert insgesamt etwa 30 Minuten – ungefähr 15 Minuten Vorbereitung und 15 Minuten Kochzeit.

Wie viele Kalorien hat Cucumber Agua Fresca?

Cucumber Agua Fresca hat etwa 32.1 Kalorien pro Portion, mit ungefähr 2 g Eiweiß, 2 g Kohlenhydraten und 0 g Fett.

Welche Zutaten brauche ich für Cucumber Agua Fresca?

Die wichtigsten Zutaten für Cucumber Agua Fresca sind Cucumbers, Water, Fresh Lime Juice, Agave Syrup, Sea Salt. Die vollständige Liste mit Mengenangaben findest du oben.