SOMETHING SIMPLE: Cucumber-Mint Agua Fresca

Dairy-Free

Gluten-Free

Nut-Free

Vegetarian

This refreshing drink can keep you cool when the weather heats up.

Popular throughout Mexico and Central America, aguas frescas are typically made by blending fruit, water, and a bit of sweetener. This version uses cucumbers for an extra-hydrating, ultra-refreshing summer drink.

Makes5 cups
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes

Ingredients
Directions

Ingredients

3 cups cold water
3 cups chopped cucumber
¼ cup packed fresh mint
3 tbs. honey
¾ cup lime juice
1 tsp. lime zest
1-inch piece fresh ginger, chopped
Ice for serving

Directions

STEP 1

Place the water, cucumber, mint, honey, lime juice, lime zest, and ginger in a blender and blend until smooth. Pour the mixture through cheesecloth or a fine mesh strainer to strain the solids. Compost the scraps.

STEP 2

Serve the strained agua fresca over ice, with a sprig of mint or a lime wheel if desired.

Nutritional information

By Maddie Augustin

Maddie Augustin is a recipe developer who is passionate about creating recipes worth repeating. With degrees in food engineering and nutrition, she blends science with creativity to make dishes that are nourishing, approachable, and delicious — celebrating seasonal ingredients and the joy that comes from sharing good, healthy food. Find more of Maddie’s recipes at maddieaugustin.com.