Watermelon Agua Fresca
Watermelon Agua Fresca is a light, naturally sweet Mexican blended drink combining fresh watermelon, sugar, lime juice, and water—ideal for cooling off on hot summer days.
Watermelon Agua Fresca is a light, naturally sweet Mexican blended drink combining fresh watermelon, sugar, lime juice, and water—ideal for cooling off on hot summer days.
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Cut the watermelon into large chunks.
Place the watermelon chunks into a large blender or food processor.
Add the sugar, water, and lime juice to the blender.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth.
Fill serving glasses with ice cubes.
Pour the agua fresca over the ice, stir, and serve immediately.
Store blended Agua Fresca in a covered pitcher in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; add fresh ice before serving.
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Yes. Blend the watermelon, sugar, water, and lime juice, then refrigerate in a pitcher for up to 2 days. Add ice just before serving to prevent dilution.
A blender is the easiest method, but you can also mash cubed watermelon and strain through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth for a smoother texture.
Start with 1/2 cup sugar for 10 cups watermelon. Taste and adjust based on watermelon sweetness; use less sugar if the melon is very ripe.
Yes. Lemon juice works well as a 1:1 swap. You can also use fresh orange juice for a milder citrus flavor.
Yes, this recipe contains only plant-based ingredients: watermelon, sugar, water, and lime juice.
