{"id":55,"date":"2010-11-10T02:00:00","date_gmt":"2010-11-10T02:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.carrotseverywhere.com\/?p=55"},"modified":"2010-11-10T02:00:00","modified_gmt":"2010-11-10T02:00:00","slug":"cucumber-agua-fresca","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carrotseverywhere.com\/?p=55","title":{"rendered":"Cucumber Agua Fresca"},"content":{"rendered":"
Refreshing Drink<\/div>\n

Cucumber Agua Fresca<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pretty green color even without skin; recipe says \u201cA splash of rum or vodka makes this a great before-dinner drink\u201d\u00a0 for a Cuke Cocktail. Don\u2019t be scared for the sugar \/ cuke combo \u2014 fresh taste. Good way to get your veggies, or rescue a cucumber a bit past its prime.<\/p>\n

Amount\u00a0 Measure\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ingredient \u2014 Preparation Method
\n\u2014\u2014\u2013\u00a0 \u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u00a0 \u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2013
\n1\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 medium\u00a0 cucumber \u2014 sliced into 1\/2-inch slices; peeled \/ seeded optional; about 1 cup
\n1\/4\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 cup\u00a0 water
\npinch\u00a0 salt
\n4\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 whole\u00a0 ice cubes
\n2\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 tablespoons\u00a0 fresh mint \u2014 or basil to taste
\n1\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 whole\u00a0 lime \u2014 juiced or more to taste
\n1\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 tablespoon\u00a0 sugar \u2014 Agave nectar or sugar syrup*\u00a0 To taste
\nCucumber spears \u2014 (optional)<\/p>\n

In a blender container combine cucumber, water and salt. Cover and puree until smooth. If you want it perfectly smooth, sieve mixture, but this is not essential. Add ice cubes and mint; blend until slushy. Stir in lime juice and sweeten with agave nectar to taste. to serve, add a cucumber spear to each glass. Makes 6 servings.<\/p>\n

Sugar Syrup: In a small saucepan combine 1 cup water and 1 cup sugar; heat and stir until sugar dissolves. Cool. Pour into a jar and store in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.<\/p>\n

Made changes to recipe in:\u00a0 Better Homes & Gardens<\/a>.
\nStart to Finish Time: 0:15
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\nPer Serving (excluding unknown items): 64 Calories; 1g Fat (6.6% calories from fat); 3g Protein; 16g Carbohydrate; 3g Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol; 15mg Sodium.\u00a0 Exchanges: 2 Vegetable; 1\/2 Fruit.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Refreshing Drink Cucumber Agua Fresca Pretty green color even without skin; recipe says \u201cA splash of rum or vodka makes this a great before-dinner drink\u201d\u00a0 for a Cuke Cocktail. Don\u2019t be scared for the sugar \/ cuke combo \u2014 fresh taste. Good way to get your veggies, or rescue a cucumber a bit past its … <\/p>\n

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