Agua Fresca
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Agua Fresca is a delicious, refreshing drink popular in Mexico and Central America. Literally translated “fresh water,” Agua Fresca can be made with a variety of juices including mango, watermelon, and papaya.
This watermelon version (adapted from Martha Stewart) is a great alternative to lemonade because it requires much less sweetener. I love having delicious drinks like this on hand because it makes it easy to stay well hydrated. With just 4 ingredients, this drink comes together in minutes and it’s a special treat at an outdoor gathering. If you’re serving a crowd, you’ll want to double or triple the recipe so everyone can enjoy it. You can also mix in some carbonated water to stretch it.
Ingredients
- 4 cups chopped watermelon seeds removed
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tbs maple syrup (or to taste)
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Place the watermelon, lime juice, and maple syrup in a food processor or blender. Process until completely pureed.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer and set aside the solids. You can use them later in a smoothie.
- Place the strained liquid in a pitcher and add the 2 cups of water. Stir and enjoy!
Nutrition
Agua Fresca Price Breakdown
This recipe yields 4 cups and costs a total of $1.48, or $.37 per one-cup serving. Agua Fresca is a delicious summer drink that kids and adults will love.
Love this pretty drink Annemarie! Also the recommendations about stretching it with carbonated water…I have four boys (with lots of friends) who would love to drink this!
This looks really refreshing! Perfect for these hot days!
this sounds so refreshing! Gotta love watermelon, pinned!