Green Detox Cucumber Mint (Print Version)

Bright cucumber, mint and lime agua fresca; hydrating, low-calorie and vegan-friendly cooler.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables & Herbs

01 - 2 large cucumbers, peeled and chopped
02 - 1 packed cup fresh mint leaves
03 - 1 small handful fresh cilantro (optional for extra detox)

→ Citrus

04 - Juice of 2 limes

→ Sweetener

05 - 2 tbsp agave syrup (or honey/maple syrup for variation)

→ Liquids

06 - 4 cups cold filtered water
07 - 1 cup ice cubes, plus extra for serving

→ Garnish

08 - Cucumber slices
09 - Lime wedges
10 - Sprigs of fresh mint

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Place cucumbers, mint, cilantro (if using), lime juice, agave syrup, water, and ice in a blender.
02 - Blend on high until completely smooth.
03 - Pour the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large pitcher to remove pulp, pressing well to extract all liquid.
04 - Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity if desired.
05 - Serve over ice in glasses. Garnish with cucumber slices, lime wedges, and mint sprigs.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • Every sip feels like a secret shortcut to the freshest hydration you can imagine.
  • You can play with sweeteners or herbs, making it new every time (and hard not to crave daily).
02 -
  • If you don’t strain the mixture well enough, you’ll end up with a gritty drink instead of a silky one.
  • Adding the sweetener before tasting saves you from the temptation of over-sweetening later—it's easy to add more, but you can't take it back.
03 -
  • Chill your pitcher and glasses ahead for maximum refreshing power.
  • A grating of ginger or a couple of basil leaves in the blend adds a depth of flavor that always surprises.
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