Green Cucumber Mint Agua Fresca (Printable Version)

Cooling cucumber and mint agua fresca with lime and agave—quick, hydrating, and bright.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables & Herbs

01 - 2 large cucumbers, peeled and chopped
02 - 1 packed cup fresh mint leaves
03 - 1 small handful fresh cilantro (optional for extra detox)

→ Citrus

04 - Juice of 2 limes

→ Sweetener

05 - 2 tbsp agave syrup (or honey/maple syrup for variation)

→ Liquids

06 - 4 cups cold filtered water
07 - 1 cup ice cubes, plus extra for serving

→ Garnish

08 - Cucumber slices
09 - Lime wedges
10 - Sprigs of fresh mint

# How to Make It:

01 - Place cucumbers, mint, cilantro (if using), lime juice, agave syrup, water, and ice in a blender.
02 - Blend on high until completely smooth.
03 - Pour the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large pitcher to remove pulp, pressing well to extract all liquid.
04 - Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity if desired.
05 - Serve over ice in glasses. Garnish with cucumber slices, lime wedges, and mint sprigs.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Nobody expects a simple drink to taste this clean and refreshing—you get to be the friend with the best pitcher at the table.
  • If your body's begging for a reset but you still want flavor, this hits all the right notes.
02 -
  • Don’t skip the straining step unless you want a grassy, pulpy texture—learned that after my first batch.
  • The flavor fades after a day, so always make it fresh for guests.
03 -
  • Let the mint and cucumber sit in cold water for a few minutes before blending—it surprisingly deepens the flavor.
  • A little ginger root, peeled and blended in, makes the drink unforgettable on humid days.
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