Watermelon Agua Fresca

How to Make Watermelon Agua Fresca

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1. Put the watermelon and cold water in a blender and blend for 30 seconds until completely smooth.

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2. For a clear drink, pour the mixture through a fine sieve into a large jug, pressing on the pulp. For a more rustic one, leave it unstrained.

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3. Stir in the lime juice and sweetener, starting with 1 tablespoon, then taste and add more if it needs it.

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4. Fill 4 tall glasses with ice and pour over the agua fresca.

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5. Garnish with mint leaves and lime wheels and serve at once.

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Tips for Making Watermelon Agua Fresca

• Taste the watermelon first. A ripe one needs very little sugar, and a pale one needs more lime juice instead.
• Blend just until smooth. Blending for too long warms the mixture and makes it foam.
• Serve it very cold and stir before pouring. The pulp separates on standing and needs mixing again.

Common Substitutions & Variations

• Lemon is the everyday swap for lime in this kind of dish — the acidity plays the same role even though the flavour is not identical.

What to Serve with Watermelon Agua Fresca

• Tacos
• Grilled corn
• Chips and guacamole

Storing & Reheating Watermelon Agua Fresca

Keeps in a covered jug in the fridge for up to 2 days, though it separates, so stir it before serving. Pour into ice-cube trays and freeze for watermelon ice cubes to chill the next batch.

Watermelon Agua Fresca FAQ: Common Questions

Watermelon Agua Fresca Nutrition

Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.