Agua De Lima Lime Water
Refresh and invigorate your senses with Agua de Lima, a traditional Mexican lime water that's perfect for quenching your thirst on a hot day. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients—freshly blended limes, cool water, and a touch of granulated sugar—this recipe strikes the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. Ready in just 10 minutes, this naturally vibrant drink is strained to remove bitterness from the lime peels, ensuring a smooth, citrusy flavor. Serve it over ice for a revitalizing treat, and elevate its presentation with fresh mint leaves for an optional aromatic garnish. Ideal for backyard gatherings or a refreshing midday sip, this easy-to-make lime agua fresca is your go-to beverage for staying cool.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Fresh limes
- 8 cups Water
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 cups Ice
- 10 leaves Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash the limes thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or pesticides.
Cut the limes into quarters and place them into a blender.
Add 4 cups of water to the blender and blend the limes for about 15-20 seconds. Avoid overblending to prevent a bitter taste from the lime peels.
Strain the blended mixture into a large pitcher using a fine-mesh sieve to remove the pulp and seeds.
Add the remaining 4 cups of water to the pitcher along with the granulated sugar. Stir thoroughly until the sugar dissolves completely.
Taste the lime water and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if desired.
Add the ice to the pitcher to chill the drink immediately.
Serve the Agua De Lima in glasses with additional ice if desired. Garnish each glass with a mint leaf for a touch of color and aroma, if using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
122 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 65 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 260 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 430 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
