Description
Watermelon agua fresca is the ultimate summer refreshment that captures the essence of sun-soaked days and joyful gatherings. This vibrant drink combines sweet watermelon with zesty lime for a deliciously hydrating treat. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or relaxing by the pool, this easy-to-make beverage will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup cold water
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tablespoons sugar or honey (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Cut the watermelon in half and scoop out about 4 cups of the flesh into a blender.
- Add 1 cup of cold water and blend until smooth.
- Pour in freshly squeezed lime juice and add sugar or honey. Blend again until combined.
- Optionally, strain through a fine mesh sieve for a smoother texture.
- Serve over ice and garnish with lime wedges or mint leaves.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 61
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg