Agua Fresca de Sandía Recipe

Name: Agua Fresca de Sandía
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: about 6 cups
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 6 cups cubed seedless watermelon (about 2 lbs); 1/2 cup cold water; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 1 lime); 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, or to taste; Ice cubes for serving; Lime slices and mint sprigs for garnish (optional)

Mexican · Beverage · 10 min total

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A refreshing Mexican watermelon drink perfect for hot days, made with fresh watermelon, lime, and a touch of sugar.

10
min prep

6
servings

60
kcal/serving

Ingredients

6 cups cubed seedless watermelon (about 2 lbs)
1/2 cup cold water
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 1 lime)
2 tablespoons granulated sugar, or to taste
Ice cubes for serving
Lime slices and mint sprigs for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Place watermelon cubes in a blender. Add water, lime juice, and sugar.
Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30 seconds.
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher, pressing on solids with a spatula to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard solids.
Taste and adjust sweetness or lime juice as desired. Refrigerate until cold, at least 1 hour.
Serve over ice and garnish with lime slices and mint if using.

Tips

For a less sweet drink, use less sugar or omit it entirely if the watermelon is very sweet.
Add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; stir before serving.

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