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Pineapple Cucumber Agua Fresca

Delightfully Refreshing Pineapple Cucumber Agua Fresca Recipe

This Pineapple Cucumber Agua Fresca is a refreshing and hydrating summer drink bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Agua Fresca
  • 1 whole English Cucumber Adds refreshing crispness and hydration; enjoy with or without the peel for varying texture.
  • 2 cups Fresh Pineapple Chunks Provides natural sweetness and a tropical flavor; fresh pineapple is recommended.
  • 4-5 limes Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice Adds zesty acidity that balances the sweetness.
  • 1 inch Fresh Ginger Offers a subtle spicy note; peeled for smoother blend.
  • 1 handful Fresh Mint Lends a fragrant herbal note enhancing freshness.
  • 4 cups Water Dilutes the ingredients for a drinkable consistency; substitute with coconut water for added sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Pure Maple Syrup Optional sweetener to adjust to taste.
  • 1 ounce Gin or Vodka Optional; adds an adult twist.

Equipment

  • high-speed blender
  • fine mesh strainer
  • Large pitcher
  • large bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a high-speed blender, combine the English cucumber, fresh pineapple chunks, freshly squeezed lime juice, peeled fresh ginger, fresh mint leaves, and water. Blend on high for about 30 seconds until smooth and well combined.
  2. If desired, add pure maple syrup to the blended mixture and blend for an additional 5 seconds. Taste to adjust sweetness if necessary.
  3. Strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a large bowl, pressing down with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible.
  4. Transfer the strained mixture to a large pitcher filled with ice cubes; let it sit to chill.
  5. To serve, fill glasses with the Pineapple Cucumber Agua Fresca over ice and garnish with mint leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 540IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor; strain for smoother texture or keep pulp for added fiber. Best served chilled over ice.

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