Agua Fresca de Sandía
8 servings
Looking for an easy summer beverage? This Agua de Sandía combines fresh watermelon, water, and lime for a naturally sweet and refreshing treat.
Equipment
- Blender
- Large pitcher or jar
Ingredients
- 2 ½ lb watermelon (chunks, seeds removed)
- 8 ½ cups water
- 1 lime (juice)
- ¼ cup brown sugar (or your favorite sweetener)
- ice (as needed)
Instructions
- Add watermelon to a blender, pour two cups of water, and blend until smooth.
- Strain watermelon mixture into a large pitcher.
- Add lime juice and the remaining water.
- Add sugar to taste mixing thoroughly to dissolve it before adding more.
- Serve in glasses over crushed ice or store the pitcher in the fridge for a couple of hours before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature water so the sugar dissolves quickly and easily.
- Add enough water to keep it light and refreshing, not thick like a smoothie.
- I like my agua fresca super smooth, so I always strain it, but this is optional.
- If making ahead, skip the ice in the pitcher and refrigerate instead. Add ice only when serving.
- You can skip the sugar completely if your watermelon is sweet enough.
- Garnish with diced watermelon, lime slices, or fresh mint if you want it a little extra pretty.
- Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 71kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 176mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 811IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg