Fresh Emerald Cucumber Mint Detox Agua Fresca
A quick and refreshing summer drink made with cucumber, mint, lime, and a touch of natural sweetness. Perfect for hydration and a gentle detox on hot days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium English cucumbers, peeled and roughly chopped
- 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves, packed and washed
- Juice of 2 limes (about 3 tablespoons)
- 4 cups (1 liter) cold filtered water
- 2–3 tablespoons honey or agave syrup, adjust to taste
- Ice cubes, for serving
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Peel the cucumbers and roughly chop into 1 to 2 inch chunks. Rinse and pat dry the fresh mint leaves.
- Add cucumber chunks, mint leaves, lime juice, honey or agave, and 2 cups (480 ml) of cold water to a high-speed blender. Pulse on medium speed a few times, then blend on high for 45 seconds to 1 minute until smooth and bright green.
- Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer or nut milk bag into a large bowl or pitcher, pressing with the back of a spoon to extract as much juice as possible. Skip this step if you prefer a pulpier drink.
- Stir in the remaining 2 cups (480 ml) of cold water. Taste and adjust sweetness or lime juice as needed. Add a pinch of sea salt if desired.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes or serve immediately over ice. Garnish with mint leaves or a thin cucumber slice.
Notes
Use very cold water and ice to keep the drink refreshing longer. Avoid over-blending mint to prevent bitterness. Straining yields a smoother texture but can be skipped for more fiber. Adjust sweetness to taste. Optional additions include sparkling water for fizz or a pinch of sea salt for enhanced flavor and hydration.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Calories: 4050
- Carbohydrates: 1214
- Fiber: 12
- Protein: 0.5
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