Strawberry Aqua Fresca
Cool off with the vibrant and refreshing Strawberry Agua Fresca—an easy-to-make, naturally sweetened beverage that's perfect for hot summer days. Featuring fresh, juicy strawberries blended with cold water and a splash of zesty lime juice, this thirst-quenching drink strikes a perfect balance between tangy and sweet. Customize it with a touch of granulated sugar for added sweetness or let the natural fruit flavors shine. Strain the mixture for a smooth, pulp-free texture, and serve it over ice for the ultimate cooling experience. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and sliced strawberries for a visually stunning presentation that’s perfect for parties, picnics, or simply relaxing at home. With just 10 minutes of prep and no cooking required, this Strawberry Agua Fresca is a quick, healthy, and delicious way to stay hydrated.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries
- 4 cups cold water
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional)
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 4 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
- 2 pieces sliced strawberries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash the strawberries thoroughly and remove the stems.
In a blender, combine the strawberries, cold water, lime juice, and sugar (if using). Blend on high speed until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar or lime juice as desired.
Place a fine mesh strainer over a large pitcher and pour the blended mixture through it, pressing down with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the remaining pulp in the strainer.
Add the ice cubes to the pitcher and stir well to chill the agua fresca.
Serve immediately in glasses over additional ice if desired. Optionally, garnish with fresh mint leaves and sliced strawberries for a decorative touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
222 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 42 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.6 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 101 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 555 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.
