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Agua de Pepino (Cucumber Agua Fresca)
Learn how to make agua de pepino! This traditional Mexican agua fresca combines cucumber, lime juice, water, and a touch of sugar.
- Prep time
- 5 min
- Cook time
- No separate cook time
- Yield
- 6 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 4 cups water
- 3 large cucumbers, (peeled and chopped)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar, (plus more as needed)
- ¼ cup lime juice
Instructions
- 1
Add the cucumbers, water, and sugar to a large blender and blend until smooth.
- 2
Strain the liquid into a pitcher to remove any seeds and pulp.
- 3
Stir in the lime juice, taste, and add more sugar if preferred.
- 4
Serve immediately over ice or chill in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Garnish with fresh cucumber slices and mint sprigs if desired.