Cucumber Basil Agua Fresca

The summer heat is here! This cucumber agua fresca is a great, cool, crisp, refreshing way to get more vegetables in and stay hydrated!

Cucumber Basil Agua Fresca

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Recipe makes about 7 cups

Ingredients

  • 2 large cucumbers, peeled and sliced
  • 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (packed)
  • 1/4 cup Splenda
  • 48 ounces of water

Directions

  1. Reserve a few cucumber slices for garnish
  2. Puree remaining cucumber, basil and lime juice in a food processor until very smooth
  3. Strain puree into large pitcher
  4. Add water and sugar, then stir
  5. Chill before serving

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