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Agua De Lima Lime Water Recipe

Beat the heat with this vibrant and refreshing Agua de Lima! This zesty Mexican limeade is the perfect complement to spicy food, offering a cool and invigorating counterpoint. But here's a twist: adding cucumber juice elevates this classic beverage to a whole new level of deliciousness. Easy to make and bursting with fresh lime flavor, this Agua de Lima recipe is your new go-to summer drink!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 417 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Agua De Lima Lime Water

  • 4 cups (960ml) cold water
  • 1 cup (240ml) fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • Ice, to fill pitcher
  • 10-12 limes
  • 1/2 medium cucumber, peeled and juiced (about 1/2 cup juice)

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How to Make Agua De Lima Lime Water

  1. Wash and cut 10-12 limes in half.
  2. Juice the limes using a juicer or by hand. Strain the juice through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any seeds or pulp.
  3. Measure 1 cup (240ml) of fresh lime juice.
  4. In a large pitcher, combine the lime juice with 4 cups (960ml) of cold water.
  5. Add 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar (or to taste) and stir until fully dissolved.
  6. Peel and juice 1/2 medium cucumber (about 1/2 cup of juice). Add to the pitcher.
  7. Add more lime juice to taste.
  8. Fill the pitcher with ice. Stir well.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

391g

Fat

0g

Carbs

37g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Low Protein Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Beverages Fruit Mexican Easy Dinner Party Kid Friendly Low Fat Summer Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Seasonal Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low In Something Citrus Lime Presentation Served Cold 3 Steps Or Less