Agua Fresca

A delicious drink made with fruit, water, lime, and a little sugar. Colorful and fresh on any day of the week plus a great alternative to soda.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Beverage

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups seedless watermelon cubes
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 lime or lemon juiced

Method
 

  1. Cut the rind off the watermelon and cut in cubes.
  2. Bring the water and sugar to a boil to make a syrup. Allow to cool on the stove.
  3. Add the syrup to the watermelon and blend on medium speed in a blender until smooth. Add the lime juice.
  4. Chill until ready to serve.

Notes

Chef's Tips: You can use berries, other types of melon, kiwis, or peaches, too.
Nutrition Facts: Serves 8. Each 1 cup serving: 30 calories, 0g fat, 0g saturated fat, 0g trans fat, 0mg cholesterol, 6mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate, 0g fiber, 6g sugars, 0g protein. RDA Vitamin A 8%,  RDA Vitamin C 13%.
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