Refreshing Cucumber Jalapeño Agua Fresca
A cool and fresh summer drink with a gentle spicy kick from jalapeño, balanced by crisp cucumber and bright lime juice. Perfect for refreshing hydration with a little excitement.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium English cucumbers, peeled and chopped
- 1 medium jalapeño, sliced (seeds optional for heat control)
- Juice of 2 limes
- 4 cups (1 liter) cold water, preferably filtered
- 2–3 tablespoons sugar or honey (adjust to taste)
- 6–8 fresh mint leaves (optional)
- Ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- Peel the cucumbers and chop into chunks (about 3 cups or 450 grams). Slice the jalapeño into thin rounds, removing seeds if milder heat is desired.
- Add cucumbers, jalapeño slices, lime juice, sugar or honey, and 2 cups (500 ml) cold water to a blender. Blend on high for 1-2 minutes until smooth and vibrant green.
- Strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a large pitcher, pressing gently to extract as much juice as possible.
- Stir in the remaining 2 cups (500 ml) cold water and add torn mint leaves if using. Let sit for 5-10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve chilled over ice cubes, garnished with a cucumber slice or mint sprig.
Notes
Adjust jalapeño seeds to control spice level. Use seedless English cucumbers for less bitterness. Fresh lime juice is preferred over bottled. For a fizz, add sparkling water before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Avoid freezing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Calories: 45
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 1
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