Cucumber Lime Agua Fresca – Easy 3-Ingredient Summer Drink

This 3-Ingredient Cucumber Agua Fresca Is Summer in a Glass

Ready to beat the heat? This cucumber lime agua fresca is the chill-down you didn’t know your summer needed. Blended fresh cucumber, tart lime juice, and a touch of agave or maple syrup make this drink simple, bright, and endlessly hydrating.

Whether you’re poolside, picnicking, or just daydreaming about a tropical escape, this Mexican-inspired beverage serves cool, clean flavor in every sip.

🌿 What Is Agua Fresca?

A traditional agua fresca (Spanish for “fresh water”) is a naturally flavored beverage made from water, fruit, and a little sweetener. Popular throughout Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean, these light drinks are often served chilled and are as flavorful as they are hydrating.

Our version is inspired by a recipe we encountered in Mexico—refreshed with cucumber, lime, and optional mint for an ultra-cooling twist.

🥒 Ingredients You’ll Need

• 3 cups water

• 2 medium cucumbers, chopped (~4 cups)

• Juice of 3 limes (~¼ cup)

• 2–3 tablespoons agave nectar or maple syrup

• Small handful of fresh mint leaves (optional but recommended)

• Ice, for serving

🌱 Not sure if you should peel your cucumbers? Give them a quick taste—if the skin is bitter, remove it before blending.

🧃 How to Make Cucumber Lime Agua Fresca

1. Blend It Up: In a blender, combine cucumbers, lime juice, sweetener, mint (if using), and water. Start with 2 tablespoons of sweetener—you can always add more after tasting.

2. Strain & Chill: Pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher, pressing gently to extract all the juice.

3. Serve Cold: Serve over ice, garnished with cucumber slices or mint sprigs if desired.

🍃 Fresh mint takes this drink to spa-level refreshing.

🧊 Storage & Freezing Tips

• Refrigerate: Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

• Freeze: Pour into ice cube trays or popsicle molds for a frozen treat or to chill future drinks without diluting.

Why We Love It

This cucumber lime agua fresca is:

✅ Naturally sweetened
✅ Hydrating and low-calorie
✅ Gluten-free and vegan-friendly
✅ Ready in under 10 minutes
✅ Perfect for summer entertaining

💡 Serving Ideas

• Serve in chilled glasses for cookouts or garden parties.

• Pair it with spicy dishes for a cooling contrast.

• Freeze into cubes and blend into summer slushies.

• Add a splash of tequila or gin for an adults-only version.

Hydrate in Style, the Easy Way

For a drink that’s as elegant as it is effortless, this cucumber lime agua fresca is a no-brainer. With minimal prep and clean ingredients, it’s a deliciously smart way to stay refreshed—whether you’re hosting a summer soirée or just enjoying a solo moment of chill.

Stay tuned to The Horizons Times for more globally inspired seasonal recipes and easy wellness drinks.

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