Watermelon Agua Fresca is the ultimate warm weather refresher. Serving it right in the hollowed out watermelon turns a simple drink into a total showstopper for backyard parties and summer gatherings.
The lime and mint keep it tasting bright and clean instead of overly sweet, so it is refreshing enough to drink glass after glass. There is no cooking involved at all, just a blender and a few minutes of your time.
Helpful Tips
- Chill your watermelon first: Popping the hollowed out watermelon in the fridge before blending helps everything stay ice cold longer once it is filled back up and served.
- Strain for the smoothest texture: Pouring the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer removes the pulp and seeds so you end up with a silky, sippable drink instead of a chunky one.
- Taste as you go: Watermelons vary in sweetness, so taste your agua fresca after blending and adjust the lime juice or sugar until the balance feels right to you.
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Watermelon Agua Fresca
Watermelon Agua Fresca is the ultimate warm weather refresher. Serving it right in the hollowed out watermelon turns a simple drink into a total showstopper for backyard parties and summer gatherings.
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Servings: 10 Servings
Calories: 163kcal
Ingredients
- 1 large seedless watermelon
- 4 limes juiced, plus 1 more for garnish
- 4 tablespoons sugar
- 4 cups water divided
- 24 fresh mint leaves
- 8 cups ice or as needed
Instructions
- Start by cutting the top off the watermelon with a sharp serrated knife. Then scoop out the insides with an ice cream scoop or large spoon. Cover the watermelon with plastic wrap and put it in the fridge to chill.
- Place watermelon, lime juice, sugar, and 1 cup of water into a blender and blend for about 30 seconds. Strain through a fine-mesh strainer back into the watermelon. Fill with remaining water, adjust the lime or sugar if you want.
- Serve over ice with watermelon slice, limes, and mint sprigs.
Nutrition
Calories: 163kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 20mg | Potassium: 545mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 2676IU | Vitamin C: 45mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 1mg
Angela’s passion for discovering and experimenting with new flavors and recipes is at the heart of her culinary philosophy. Residing in a quaint Oregon town, she finds joy and inspiration in her kitchen. Angela has a lot of expertise in cooking and she eagerly shares her discoveries and unique creations with you.