Description
Watermelon agua fresca is the ultimate summer refresher! This vibrant drink combines ripe watermelon, zesty lime, and fresh mint for a delightful sip that will transport you to a sun-soaked paradise. Perfectly hydrating and bursting with flavor, it’s ideal for backyard barbecues, picnics, or simply enjoying on a hot afternoon. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you can impress your guests with this deliciously refreshing beverage.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh watermelon, cubed (seedless)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 10 mint leaves
- 2–4 tablespoons agave syrup or sugar (to taste)
- 2 cups cold water (or sparkling water)
Instructions
- Cut the watermelon into chunks and remove any seeds.
- Blend the watermelon in a blender until smooth.
- Optionally strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve for a smoother texture.
- Stir in lime juice and sweetener; adjust sweetness to taste.
- Mix in cold water or sparkling water and add mint leaves.
- Chill for about 30 minutes before serving over ice and garnish with extra mint.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 65
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg