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Pineapple Cucumber Agua Fresca

Pineapple Cucumber Agua Fresca: Your Ultimate Summer Refreshment

Enjoy a refreshing Pineapple Cucumber Agua Fresca, perfect for hot summer days. This low-sugar drink combines cucumber, pineapple, lime, and ginger for a delightful thirst-quencher.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 large English Cucumber Adds fresh, hydrating elements; no need to peel.
  • 1 cup Pineapple Can be fresh or canned (drained).
  • 4-5 limes Fresh Lime Juice Brings acidity and brightness.
  • 1 inch Fresh Ginger Offers warmth; peel before use.
  • 1 handful Fresh Mint Contributes a cooling aroma and flavor.
  • 4 cups Water Base of the drink; substitute half with coconut water for sweetness.
For Sweetening (Optional)
  • 2 tablespoons Pure Maple Syrup Sweetens if desired; adjust to taste.
For Adult Servings (Optional)
  • 1 ounce Gin or Vodka Adds a kick for adult versions.

Equipment

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

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Blend the base ingredients in a high-speed blender for about 30 seconds until smooth.
  2. Optionally add pure maple syrup and blend for another 10 seconds to incorporate.
  3. Strain the blended mixture through a fine-mesh strainer to achieve a silky texture.
  4. Transfer the strained Agua Fresca into a large pitcher filled with ice and garnish as desired.
  5. Serve over ice and optionally add gin or vodka for an adult twist, garnished with mint and lime.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 14gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store any leftover agua fresca in an airtight pitcher for up to 2 days in the fridge. Freeze leftovers in ice cube trays for up to 3 months.

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