Watermelon Agua Fresca
Watermelon Agua Fresca is a refreshing Mexican drink made with blended watermelon, water, and a touch of lime, perfect for hot summer days.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 10 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups watermelon, cubed and deseeded
- 2 cups cold water
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1–2 tablespoons sugar (optional, to taste)
- Ice cubes (for serving)
- Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a blender, combine watermelon cubes and cold water. Blend until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove pulp (optional).
- Add lime juice and sugar to taste. Stir until sugar dissolves.
- Refrigerate until chilled or serve immediately over ice.
- Garnish with mint leaves if desired.
Notes
- Adjust the sweetness based on the ripeness of your watermelon.
- Can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Try adding a pinch of salt for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: agua fresca, watermelon drink, Mexican beverage, summer drink, refreshing
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