How to Make Mexican Watermelon Water (Agua Fresca)
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I’ll show you how to make Mexican watermelon water, or agua fresca de sandia, with juicy watermelon, in just minutes. This refreshing drink is perfect for cooling off on a hot summer day!
Keep reading to learn how to make this watermelon agua fresca recipe!
Mexican watermelon water, or agua fresca de Sandia, tastes incredibly refreshing and naturally sweet. It has the juicy essence of ripe watermelon (here’s how to pick a mini watermelon), complemented by tangy fresh lime juice. The light and crisp flavor is perfect for quenching your thirst on a hot day.
Before losing 125 pounds, I loved sweet drinks. I grew up drinking Southern sweet tea, and if you know anything about that, you know you have to have at least two scoops of sugar in a pitcher of tea.
Now that I have lost weight, I have ditched sugary drinks because I would rather eat my calories than drink them. So, I created this refreshing agua de Sandia with less sugar than typical aguas frescas, which can be made sugar-free if you prefer.
It’s perfect if you’re on a lower-calorie diet and want a refreshing taste of summer. Scroll down to see how to make watermelon water.
🌟What Others Are Saying About This Refreshing Mexican Drink
“This was delicious!” – Amy
📃Ingredients and Substitutions
The printable recipe card includes the full list of ingredients, quantities, and daily values below.
- Fresh watermelon – A seedless watermelon is easier to process, but you can use one with seeds, with the extra step of pouring the watermelon juice through a fine mesh strainer.
- Cold water
- White sugar – If you want to make it sugar-free, I suggest using granulated monk fruit sweetener.
- Fresh lime juice
🥄How to Make Watermelon Agua Fresca
This popular beverage is so easy to make and even easier to drink!
- Prepare fresh fruit – cut into small watermelon cubes.
- Blend: Place the sweet watermelon, cool water, sugar, or your preferred sweetener, and lime juice in a blender. Blend on high speed until smooth and no chunks remain.
- Strain (Optional): If you prefer a smoother drink or you used a seeded watermelon, pour the blended watermelon through a fine mesh strainer into a large pitcher to remove the pulp and seeds. Use a spoon to press the juice through the strainer.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the agua fresca for at least 30 minutes to chill. Serve over ice cubes in a tall glass.
- Garnish: Garnish with fresh mint leaves, lime wedges, or Triangle Watermelon Slices, if desired.
Enjoy your refreshing beverage!
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❓Others have asked…
🍉 How long does watermelon juice last?
Freshly made watermelon juice typically lasts 3-4 days when stored in the refrigerator. Be sure to store it in an airtight container to keep the juice fresh and prevent it from absorbing other odors in the fridge.
For more information regarding proper food storage, go to https://www.foodsafety.gov/
How to Make Mexican Watermelon Water (Agua Fresca)
I’ll show you how to make Mexican watermelon water, or agua fresca de sandia, with juicy watermelon, in just minutes. This refreshing drink is perfect for cooling off on a hot summer day!
🎓 Tips for How to Make Mexican Watermelon Water
- Try freezing watermelon cubes and use them instead of ice. They are a great addition to this Mexican watermelon cooler.
- You can top it off with a little club soda for a great way to enjoy this perfect drink.
- You can easily adjust the sweetness, tanginess, or consistency of this Mexican agua fresca. If you prefer a sweeter drink, add a little sugar or your favorite sweetener to taste. For extra tanginess, increase the amount of lime juice. If the agua fresca is too thick, you can thin it by adding more cold water until you reach your desired consistency.
- You can freeze this aqua fresca in popsicle molds and make healthy juice bars without added color and extra sugars.
How to Make Mexican Watermelon Water (Agua Fresca)
I’ll show you how to make Mexican watermelon water, or agua fresca de sandia, with juicy watermelon, in just minutes. This refreshing drink is perfect for cooling off on a hot summer day!
Recipe
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How to Make Mexican Watermelon Water (Aqua Fresca)
Ingredients
- 4 cups watermelon
- 1 cup cold water or sparkling water
- 1/3 cup sugar or monkfruit sweetener
- 2 Tbsp lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare fresh fruit – cut into small watermelon cubes.
- Blend: Place the sweet watermelon, cool water, sugar, or your preferred sweetener, and lime juice in a blender. Blend on high speed until smooth and no chunks remain.
- Strain (Optional): If you prefer a smoother drink or used a seeded watermelon, pour the blended watermelon through a fine mesh strainer into a large pitcher to remove the pulp and seeds. Use a spoon to press the juice through the strainer.
- Chill: Refrigerate the agua fresca for at least 30 minutes to chill.
- Garnish & Serve: Garnish with fresh mint leaves or lime wedges, if desired. Serve over ice cubes in a tall glass.
Notes
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