Fresh Watermelon Mint Agua Fresca
A simple, refreshing summer drink blending fresh watermelon, mint, lime, and a touch of sweetener, perfect for hot days and easy to make in under 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups diced fresh watermelon (about 1 small to medium watermelon)
- 10–12 fresh mint leaves, washed and gently bruised
- Juice of 1 large lime (about 2 tablespoons)
- 1–2 tablespoons agave syrup, honey, or simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups cold water (about 16 fl oz)
- Ice cubes for serving
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Remove the rind and cut the watermelon into roughly 1-inch cubes. Measure about 6 cups (900 grams) of diced watermelon and place it in your blender.
- Add 10-12 fresh mint leaves and the juice of one large lime to the blender. Add extra lime juice if you prefer a tangier flavor.
- Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of your chosen sweetener. Start with less and adjust after tasting.
- Blend on high for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and slightly frothy.
- Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer or sieve into a large bowl or pitcher, pressing the pulp gently to extract all the juice.
- Stir in 2 cups (16 fl oz) of cold water to lighten the juice. Adjust water amount to taste.
- Taste and add more sweetener or lime juice if needed.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or serve immediately over plenty of ice cubes. Garnish with a sprig of mint or a lime wedge if desired.
Notes
Use ripe but firm watermelon for best flavor. Do not overblend the mint to avoid bitterness. Straining the juice ensures a smooth texture. Adjust sweetness and lime juice to taste. Adding sparkling water before serving adds a fizzy twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 8 fl oz
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 13
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 0.2
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
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