Watermelon Aqua Fresca
Quench your thirst with the ultimate summer refresher—Watermelon Aqua Fresca! This easy-to-make drink is a vibrant fusion of sweet, juicy seedless watermelon, zesty lime juice, and a hint of optional sugar, blended to fruity perfection in just 10 minutes. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or relaxing poolside, this non-alcoholic beverage can be served chilled over ice and garnished with fresh mint leaves for an elegant, refreshing presentation. Perfectly hydrating and naturally delicious, this Mexican-inspired drink is a crowd-pleaser that combines simplicity and flavor in every sip. With its vibrant color and revitalizing taste, Watermelon Aqua Fresca is an essential addition to your warm-weather drink lineup!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups seedless watermelon
- 2 cups water
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons sugar (optional)
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 6 leaves mint leaves (for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
1. Cut the seedless watermelon into small cubes, making sure to remove any seeds or rind if present.
Step 2
2. In a blender, combine the watermelon cubes, water, lime juice, and sugar (if using). Blend on high until smooth.
Step 3
3. Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness or lime juice as needed.
Step 4
4. Place a fine-mesh strainer over a large pitcher and pour the blended mixture through it, pressing lightly with a spoon to extract the liquid while leaving behind any pulp.
Step 5
5. Add ice cubes to the pitcher to chill the drink or serve immediately over ice in individual glasses.
Step 6
6. Garnish each glass with a mint leaf or two for a fresh touch. Optionally, you can add a lime wedge on the rim for presentation.
Step 7
7. Serve your Watermelon Aqua Fresca chilled and enjoy its refreshing taste!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1449.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 306.3 |
| Total Fat 0.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 24.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 79.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 64.4g | |
| Protein 4.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 89.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 799.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories