Watermelon Agua Fresca
Servings: 8 Cups
Ingredients
- 8 cups diced watermelon about a 7 to 8 pound watermelon
- 2 to 3 cups water
- ½ cup granulated sugar plus more to taste
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- Add the cubed watermelon, 2 cups of water, the sugar, and lime juice to a large blender. Blend until completely smooth.8 cups diced watermelon, 2 to 3 cups water, ½ cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
- Taste the mixture, then add more water, sugar, or lime juice as needed.
- Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a large pitcher. Strain it a second time for a smoother texture, or leave it unstrained if you don’t mind some pulp.
- Chill until cold or serve immediately over ice. Stir well before serving, since the watermelon will naturally settle as it sits.
- Garnish with lime wedges or small watermelon slices, if desired.
Notes
- The amount of water and sugar you’ll need depends on how sweet and juicy the watermelon is.
- For the best flavor and color, store the agua fresca in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Keep the ice out of the pitcher to prevent the drink from becoming watered down.
- Stir or shake well before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Watermelon Agua Fresca
Serving Size
1 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
94
% Daily Value*
Fat
0.3
g
0
%
Saturated Fat
0.02
g
0
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.1
g
Sodium
5
mg
0
%
Potassium
173
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
24
g
8
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
22
g
24
%
Protein
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
866
IU
17
%
Vitamin C
13
mg
16
%
Calcium
13
mg
1
%
Iron
0.4
mg
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
