For some of us, summer weather is already here. Like for me: living in Dallas means hot and humid days this time of the year, although I still haven’t experienced the 100-degree days that everybody keeps telling me to be ready for. The truth is, I’m not really looking forward to them, but I will definitely be prepared to keep myself indoors during the hotter part of the day and enjoy the evening in the backyard under the shade of the trees with a large pitcher of a good Agua Fresca.
Cucumber Lime Agua Fresca
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Cucumber Lime agua fresca is among some of the popular drinks for those hot summer days. An easy to prepare a drink that takes the term “agua fresca” to the next level, it really tastes like fresh times 2! Cucumber, lime juice, sugar, and mint to garnish, and you’re all set to make a pitcher of freshness!
For those hot days, I always have Aguas Frescas and cut-up fruits in the fridge as snacks. That is why I love Rubbermaid products, and now they have some limited edition cool colors like my new Pitcher in Calypso coral, also available in Lagoon Blue.
They make such a fun way to serve drinks! The pitcher lid has three positions, one for free pouring, another for pouring with ice guard, and closed. It’s a large pitcher, but a very comfortable handle makes it easy for lifting and pouring. I’m a small person and can still handle it very easily. But you know what’s the best part? It’s dishwasher safe, as long as you don’t place it near the heating element.
Now, let's go to the recipe.
How to make Cucumber Lime agua fresca
DIRECTIONS:
- Peel the cucumbers and remove the seeds using a spoon. Chop cucumbers into chunks and place into the blender. Gather all the ingredients to prepare the agua fresca. (Please check the ingredients list below)
- Add the ⅔ cups of sugar, ½ cup of lime juice, and three cups of the water into the blender. Process for a couple of minutes, until everything has been processed into a smooth mixture.
- Now, using a strainer, pour the mixture into a large-sized pitcher. In this case, I’m using my Rubbermaid pitcher. Press down on the strainer with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Afterwards,
discard those residues. - Add the remaining 3 cups of water and 2 cups of ice cubes, then stir and refrigerate for an hour. To serve, place some slices of lime or cucumber in the glasses and garnish with a few mint leaves. Enjoy!
Provecho!
Mely Martinez,
I found my Rubbermaid pitcher at my local Kroger store, just a few blocks away from my house. I hope you stop by and check them out. Look for that really handy Rubbermaid party platter, also. With these cool summer colors, they’re great for picnics or family gatherings. The party platter is very lightweight and you can keep different
types of foods separated; it also includes a handy leak-proof inner container to hold dips, which nests snuggly into the base.
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I hope you have a fun summertime and enjoy Aguas Frescas!
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Cucumber Lime Agua Fresca
Ingredients
- 1 large English cucumber or 2 garden cucumbers (about 3 cups
- when chopped)
- ½ cup of lime juice (about 4-6 limes depending on the size
- or juiciness of the limes)
- 6 cups of water
- ⅔ cups of sugar
- 3 cups of ice cubes
- 3 small sprigs of mint
- Some lime & cucumber slices to garnish the drink.
Instructions
- Peel the cucumbers and remove the seeds using a spoon. Chop cucumbers into chunks and place into the blender. Gather all the ingredients to prepare the agua fresca.
- Add the ⅔ cups of sugar, ½ cup of lime juice, and three cups of the water into the blender. Process for a couple of minutes, until everything has been processed into a smooth mixture.
- Now, using a strainer, pour the mixture into a large-sized pitcher. In this case, I’m using my Rubbermaid pitcher. Press down on the strainer with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Afterwards, discard those residues.
- Add the remaining 3 cups of water and 2 cups of ice cubes, then stir and refrigerate for an hour. To serve, place some slices of lime or cucumber in the glasses and garnish with a few mint leaves. Enjoy!
Notes
- This recipe makes 1 gallon
- Use the type of cucumber available in your area; just make sure to remove the seeds.
- I like to garnish this “agua fresca” with the mint sprigs, but some people add it to the whole mixture into the blender. That will depend on your personal taste.
Kelly Henderson
We like the pulp of the cucumbers to remain, so I don’t strain. I add strawberries sometimes and will also use agave for sweetening. Amazing recipe!
Linda
Kelly: How much agave do you use for this recipe?
Joanne
Love this. Had my first lime cucumber Fresca in a mall here in Texas. Later had been drinking this flavor in Gatora but now can't find it. So decided to make my own. Made a mess because had to start with a food processor, then transfer the cucumber to my very old blender after straining. But the final product is worth it. Yummy
Izzy
This was easy to make, super refreshing and lightly sweet just the way I like! Will continue to make this and other aguas frescas to replace any store bought sugary drinks in my home. Thank you!
Lorraine Russo
I use stevia all the time in Aguas. Frescas. You have to use a lot less than real sugar. I grow my own stevia here in Ajijic, Mexico. I dry the leaves and then grind them in a coffee grinder. I do not use the stuff I grow in light colored aguas frescas because it is an olive green powder. It works well for coffee and Iced tea. When I make lemonade or a light colored agua I use the commercial stevia which has been processed to male it white. Love your blog ,Mely.
Mely Martínez
Hello Lorraine,
Thank you for sharing your method for sweetening the Aguas Frescas with Stevia. Such a cool idea. Saludos hasta Jalisco!
Rose
Instead of straining the sugar, water and lime mixture, why not make a simple syrup and then, strain the lime before adding it to the cooled simple syrup. It should make for a smoother drink.
mmartinez
Hello Rose, great idea.
Enjoy and thanks for sharing!
Barbara
Made this one and immediately enjoyed it. This one will be made all summer long, or for as long as I have cucumbers in my garden.
mmartinez
Hello Barbara,
Thank you for trying the Cucumber Lime Agua Fresca, so glad to know you like it. 🙂
Esther
The cucumber lime agus fresca was excellent! I used a very scant amount of sugar; the flavors really don't need much sugar at all. Very refreshing!
Monique's Floral Design
Just made this! Absolutely refreshing! Will be making all summer long!
Prissy
O.M.G. Drinking some right now. I used a cucumber and mint from my garden. This is a refreshing, tasty drink! Gracias por compartir, buena señora !
Taina
This is one of my hubby's favorite agua fresca.
John B. Friend
Very nice recipe, thanks!
Velva
I enjoyed watermelon frescos while in Puerto Rico and I was an instant huge fan. The cucumber-lime one sounds divine! These drinks are just the right amount of sweet and 100% refreshing. Thanks for sharing this great recipe!
Try to stay cool this summer.
Velva
Esther
Hi Mely!
I love aguas frescas, but have avoided them since being diagnosed with diabetes. Have you made aguas using Stevia? Just curious as to whether this would be a good substitute.
mmartinez
Hello Esther,
Sorry to hear you were diagnosticated with diabetes. I had never try Stevia with aguas frescas.
Melanie @ bear rabbit bear
This looks like a very refreshing summer beverage! #client