Low Sugar Classic Cucumber Lime Agua Fresca

Total time30 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time5 min

Low Sugar Classic Cucumber Lime Agua Fresca

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the simple syrup

½ cup granulated sugar
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Chef's tip
Use the same volume. Baking behavior varies by blend: some brown faster or stay softer, while others brown less. Follow the package's baking guidance and start checking a few minutes early.
½ cup water

For the agua fresca

2 large english cucumbers (about 2 lb total), peeled and roughly chopped
½ cup fresh lime juice (from about 4 limes)
2 cups cold water
¼ tsp salt

For serving

ice, for serving
lime slices, for serving (optional)
fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the sugar and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 3–4 minutes. Remove from the heat and let the syrup cool for 15 minutes.
2
Add the chopped cucumber and 1 cup of the cold water to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 45–60 seconds.

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