Watermelon Agua Fresca
Quench your thirst with the ultimate summer refresher—Watermelon Agua Fresca! This vibrant and hydrating Mexican-inspired drink combines the natural sweetness of juicy seedless watermelon, a splash of zesty lime juice, and a touch of sugar for perfect balance. Blended to a silky smooth texture and strained for pure refreshment, this easy-to-make beverage requires just 10 minutes of prep time and no cooking. Serve it over ice for an irresistibly cool, fruity drink, and garnish with fresh mint leaves for a hint of herbal charm. Perfect for backyard barbecues, poolside lounging, or any warm-weather gathering, this refreshing watermelon drink is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups (diced) seedless watermelon
- 2 cups cold water
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 4 leaves mint leaves (optional for garnish)
Instructions
In a blender, combine the diced watermelon and cold water. Blend until completely smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a large bowl or pitcher. Pour the blended mixture through the strainer to remove pulp, using a spoon to help press the liquid through if necessary. Discard the solids.
Stir in the lime juice and granulated sugar. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved. Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if desired.
Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and pour the agua fresca over the ice.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
296 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 28 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.4 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.0 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 762 mg | 16% | |
*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.
