Agua de Pepino

Directions

  1. 1Wash the cucumbers thoroughly.
  2. 2Remove the ends of the cucumbers.
  3. 3Peel half the skin off of the cucumbers.
  4. 4Chop the cucumbers into smaller pieces.
  5. 5Add the chopped cucumbers to the blender in batches, if needed.
  6. 6Add half a cup of sugar to the blender.
  7. 7Blend the mixture until smooth.
  8. 8Pour the blended cucumber mixture into a pitcher.
  9. 9Add 5 cups of water to the pitcher.
  10. 10Add the juice of two limes to the pitcher to balance out the sweetness.
  11. 11Add ice to the drink.
  12. 12Stir the mixture well.

Ingredients

  • 2 pepino
  • 0.5 cup sugar
  • 5 cups water
  • lime juice
  • 2 limes
  • ice

Equipment

blenderknifepeelerpitcher

Tips

  • Remove half of the skin of the cucumber for a smoother drink.
  • Don't throw away the peels, you can give them to the dog.