Green Detox Cucumber Mint Agua (Printable)

Cucumber, mint and lime blended with agave and water for a bright, hydrating, low-carb refresher, served chilled.

# What You 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:

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.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Friends will think you discovered a spa secret when you serve this.
  • It’s shockingly simple to whip up, yet feels like a treat made for you.
02 -
  • Don’t skip straining unless you want to sip pulp—a sieve makes the drink luxurious not gritty.
  • Letting the drink sit too long mutes the fresh flavors, so always serve right after blending.
03 -
  • Strain twice if you want your agua fresca absolutely silky—no stray bits to distract from the freshness.
  • Adding ice at the blending stage means instant coolness without the flavor getting diluted later.
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