Prickly Pear Health Water
Quench your thirst with the vibrant and revitalizing Prickly Pear Health Water—a naturally hydrating drink packed with nutrients and a touch of refreshing sweetness. This easy-to-make recipe combines the vibrant magenta flesh of prickly pears with zingy lime juice, a hint of honey or agave syrup, and cooling mint leaves, blended for a perfectly balanced flavor profile. Strain and serve over ice for a visually stunning beverage that’s as delicious as it is good for you. Ideal for hot days or as a cleanse-friendly refreshment, this drink is brimming with antioxidants and hydration. Whether you're looking to boost your wellness routine or impress guests with a unique, stunning drink, Prickly Pear Health Water is your go-to choice.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole prickly pears
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup
- 5 leaves mint leaves
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
Using gloves to avoid the small spines, carefully peel the prickly pears by slicing off both ends and making a shallow cut lengthwise through the skin. Peel back the skin to reveal the bright flesh.
Roughly chop the peeled prickly pear flesh into smaller pieces and place them in a blender.
Add 4 cups of water to the blender along with the lime juice, honey or agave syrup, and mint leaves.
Blend on high for 30-60 seconds until the mixture is smooth.
Strain the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove the seeds and pulp. Discard the solids.
Fill two glasses with ice cubes and pour the strained prickly pear water over the ice.
Garnish with additional mint leaves or lime slices if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
164 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 41 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 188 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 551 mg | 12% | |
*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.
