Cucumber Agua Fresca Receta

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.

Preparación 15 min
Cocción 15 min
Calorías 32.1 kcal
Proteína 2g
Valoración Sé el primero
Cucumber Agua Fresca 55

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Ingredientes para Cucumber Agua Fresca

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Cómo preparar Cucumber Agua Fresca

  1. Wash and peel 1 large cucumber (about 1 pound). Roughly chop and add to a blender.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Taste and adjust sweetness with additional sugar or a pinch of salt, if desired.
  5. Pour the strained Agua Fresca into a pitcher or dispenser. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  6. 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

0g

Carbs

2g

Preguntas frecuentes

¿Cuánto se tarda en preparar Cucumber Agua Fresca?

Cucumber Agua Fresca tarda unos 30 minutos de principio a fin: aproximadamente 15 minutos de preparación y 15 minutos de cocción.

¿Cuántas calorías tiene Cucumber Agua Fresca?

Cucumber Agua Fresca tiene aproximadamente 32.1 calorías por ración, con unos 2 g de proteína, 2 g de carbohidratos y 0 g de grasa.

¿Qué ingredientes necesito para Cucumber Agua Fresca?

Los ingredientes principales de Cucumber Agua Fresca son Cucumbers, Water, Fresh Lime Juice, Agave Syrup, Sea Salt. Consulta la lista completa con cantidades más arriba.

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