Cucumber-Basil Agua Fresca
A refreshing Mexican-inspired drink that combines cool cucumber with fragrant basil and zesty lime juice. This light and hydrating beverage is perfect for hot summer days.
6 servings
15 min
Ingredients
- •2 whole large English hothouse cucumbers
- •½ cup fresh lime juice
- •¼ cup basil leaves
- •¼ cup sugar or agave syrup
- •to taste sugar or agave syrup
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Slice a few thin slices of cucumber; reserve for garnish. Peel and coarsely chop remaining cucumber.
5 min
- 2.
Purée chopped cucumber, lime juice, basil, 1/4 cup sugar, and 2 cups water in a food processor until very smooth. Strain into a pitcher and add 2 cups water, adding more sugar or water if needed, then chill until ready to serve. Add reserved cucumber slices just before serving.
10 min
