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Pineapple Cucumber Agua Fresca

Pineapple Cucumber Agua Fresca: Your Summer Refresher!

Pineapple Cucumber Agua Fresca is a refreshing low-sugar drink, perfect for summer gatherings and hydration.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 large Cucumber Leave the skin on for added nutrients.
  • 1 medium Pineapple Fresh is best; canned works too.
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 1 small piece Ginger Peeled and sliced.
For the Blending
  • 4 cups Water Adjust for desired concentration.
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Optional, can substitute with coconut water.
For Serving
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint Chopped or torn for stronger flavor.
  • 1 oz Gin or Vodka Optional for an adult twist.

Equipment

  • high-speed blender
  • Fine-Mesh Sieve
  • Large pitcher

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Gather all your ingredients for the Pineapple Cucumber Agua Fresca.
  2. Chop the cucumber and pineapple into small chunks. Juice the lime and prepare the ginger.
  3. In a blender, combine cucumber, pineapple, lime juice, ginger, and mint with water, and blend until smooth.
  4. If desired, add maple syrup or coconut water and blend briefly to combine.
  5. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl to remove pulp.
  6. Pour the strained agua fresca into a pitcher with ice to chill.
  7. Serve chilled, garnishing each glass with fresh mint leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Adjust lime juice and ginger according to personal taste; chill ingredients for extra refreshment; store in the fridge for up to 4 hours before serving.

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