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.
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