Mango Agua Fresca
Quench your thirst with the tropical bliss of Mango Agua Fresca, a refreshing and hydrating Mexican-inspired drink perfect for warm days. This quick and easy recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe mangoes, the tangy kick of fresh lime juice, and a touch of sugar for balance, blended together with cold water to create a silky smooth fruit elixir. Strain for a pulp-free finish, chill with ice, and garnish with fresh mint leaves for an extra pop of flavor and elegance. Ready in just 10 minutes and bursting with vibrant color and irresistible flavor, this mango beverage is ideal for summer gatherings, picnics, or simply unwinding on a sunny afternoon. Whether enjoyed as-is or over ice, this tropical drink will leave you refreshed and craving more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe mangoes
- 4 cups cold water
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 4 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and pit the ripe mangoes. Cut the flesh into chunks and add them to a blender.
Pour in 4 cups of cold water, 2 tablespoons of lime juice, and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and well combined.
Taste the agua fresca, and if desired, adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar to taste. Blend briefly again if adjustments are made.
Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove any pulp or fibrous bits, if desired.
Add 1 cup of ice cubes to the pitcher to chill the drink immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Serve the mango agua fresca in glasses over additional ice if preferred, and garnish with fresh mint leaves for a pop of freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
515 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.5 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 45 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.2 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 119.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 124 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 1207 mg | 26% | |
*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.
