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Agua de Pepino (Cucumber Agua Fresca)

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Agua de Pepino (also called Cucumber Agua Fresca) is made with refreshing cucumber, a spritz of lime juice, a touch of sugar and ice cold water. (gluten free, vegetarian, paleo, vegan)

Two glasses and a jar of Cucumber Agua Fresca also known as agua de pepino in spanish.

Summer is right around the corner, which means it’s time to enjoy some agua de pepino!! Made with refreshing cucumber, a spritz of lime juice, a touch of sugar and ice cold water, this cucumber agua fresca (also known as agua de pepino) is the perfect drink on a hot summer day.

I have fond memories of drinking agua frescas as a kid at my church’s annual carnival. They had all sorts of flavors – melon (cantelope), sandia (watermelon), tamarindo (tamarind), horchata (almond and rice). One of my favorites has and always will be this cucumber flavor.

What is agua fresca?

Agua fresca, or “fresh water” in English, is a refreshing Mexican drink made from water and blended fruit, tea leaves, vegetables and sometimes rice. It’s lightly sweetened with sugar and often served over ice.

I like to think of agua fresca as a mix between flavored water and the fruit juice you would find at your local grocery store – it’s made with real fruit and vegetables, but it’s very lightly sweetened and doesn’t give you that sugar rush that you often get from fruit juices. It’s literally the best of both worlds.

Cucumber Agua Fresca water in a glass filled with ice and topped with a slice of fresh cucumber.

Making agua fresca at home, especially this cucumber flavor, is insanely easy. I’m almost embarrassed to call it a recipe! But if you’ve never made it before and are looking for a satisfyingly cool sip of lightly sweetened cucumber water, here’s how to make it.

How to make agua de pepino

  1. Add 4 cups of water, 3 peeled cucumbers, 1/4 cup of lime juice and 1/4 cup of sugar to a large blender.
  2. Blend until smooth.
  3. Serve over ice and enjoy!

That’s all there is to it! Simple, easy and delicious.

Cucumber water (agua fresca) in two glasses filled with ice and topped with freshly sliced cucumbers and lime wedges.

More aguas frescas you’ll love!

  • Agua de Jamaica (Hibiscus Tea)
  • Watermelon Agua Fresca (Agua de Sandia)
  • Horchata Recipe (Agua de Horchata)
  • Agua de Tamarindo (Tamarindo Drink)

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Agua de Pepino (Cucumber Agua Fresca)

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Cucumber Agua Fresca (also called Agua de Pepino) is made with refreshing cucumber, a spritz of lime juice, a touch of sugar and ice cold water. Perfect on a hot summer day!
Prep: 10 minutes
Total : 10 minutes
Cucumber Agua Fresca (also called Agua de Pepino) is made with refreshing cucumber, a spritz of lime juice, a touch of sugar and ice cold water. Perfect on a hot summer day!

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 3 large cucumbers, peeled
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup sugar (or more, to taste)

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Serve agua fresca over ice.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1cup Calories: 42kcal (2%) Carbohydrates: 10g (3%) Protein: 1g (2%) Fat: 0g Saturated Fat: 0g Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g Monounsaturated Fat: 0g Trans Fat: 0g Cholesterol: 0mg Sodium: 5mg Potassium: 174mg (5%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 9g (10%) Vitamin A: 100IU (2%) Vitamin C: 9.1mg (11%) Calcium: 20mg (2%) Iron: 0.4mg (2%)
Author: Isabel Eats
Course:Drinks
Cuisine:Mexican
Cucumber Agua Fresca (also called Agua de Pepino) is made with refreshing cucumber, a spritz of lime juice, a touch of sugar and ice cold water. Perfect on a hot summer day!
Did you Make my Agua de Pepino (Cucumber Agua Fresca)?Leave a comment below and tag @isabeleats on social media!
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  1. Betty says

    Posted on 12/7 at 3:37 pm

    5 stars
    I just found your recipes and I know that I will be trying them. The cucumber one looks so good. I will definitely be trying that one.

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  2. Brad says

    Posted on 6/15 at 6:19 pm

    Seedless cucumbers? What size?

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    • Ana @ Isabel Eats says

      Posted on 2/15 at 3:20 pm

      Hi Brad! Yes, seedless cucumbers are fine and they can be any size!

      Reply
  3. Maria Lipscomb says

    Posted on 9/6 at 2:03 pm

    made this and substituted the sugar for Erythritol. (sugar alcohol) Delish!!

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    • Joe says

      Posted on 5/20 at 12:12 pm

      5 stars
      Are you supposed to seed the cucumbers, too? Or do they go in the blender seeds and all?

      Reply
      • Morgan @ Isabel Eats says

        Posted on 6/21 at 3:53 pm

        Hi! You do not have to seed the cucumbers for this recipe.

        Reply
  4. Rebecca says

    Posted on 6/21 at 10:58 am

    Absolutely delicious, and refreshing. I used Meyer lemon juice instead of lime because that’s what I had. I’m sure lime would be yummy as well. Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
  5. Marsha | Marsha's Baking Addiction says

    Posted on 5/29 at 7:13 am

    5 stars
    This drink looks so refreshing and delicious!

    Reply
    • Isabel says

      Posted on 6/3 at 2:05 pm

      Thanks, Marsha!

      Reply

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