September 12, 2022
Watermelon Agua Fresca
Stay cool and hydrated during these summer days with this thirst quenching Watermelon Mint Agua Fresca! It’s incredibly quick and easy to make this cool and light mint infused fruity beverage.
Watermelon Agua Fresca
This agua fresca is mighty refreshing, cooling you down while replenishing some of those electrolytes you've sweat out. Watermelon is particular is high in electrolytes and is a good source of vitamins, making it the oerfect way to rehydrate yourself on a hot day! Not to mention it's super delicious!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves packed
- 1/4 cup sugar or agave syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 5 cups watermelon chunks cut into chunks (from about a 2 1/2-pound watermelon)
- 1 lime juice the whole lime
- mint sprigs stem of mint (for serving)
Instructions
- Remove watermelon from the rind. Cut into 2-inch chunks, no need to remove seeds will strain later. Arrange watermelon chunks in a single layer in a reusable plastic bag or on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Place in the freezer to chill whike making mint syrup for up to 1 1/2 hours. Transfer to airtight freezer bags, if not used immediately. (feel free to omit this step if you're crunched on time.)
- Strain mint syrup and discard mint leaves. Into a blender add the slightly frozen watermelon chunks and lime juice and blend. Taste. If the watermelon is sweet add chilled mint syrup to taste.
- Using a fine-mesh sieve, strain into a pitcher; discard solids. Add 2 cups of water and stir well to combine. Serve with mint sprigs.
- Agua fresca can be stored in a airtight container and chilled for up to one day.
Mint Simple Syrup
- Combine mint leaves, sugar, and water in a small pot. Bring to boil and stir until sugar has dissolved. Stir mint in syrup for 10-15 minutes. Cool. Transfer mixture to a heat proof container with lid.
Notes
CHEF’S NOTE
*If the watermelon is very sweet, the mint syrup can be reduced or omitted.
*No need to seed the watermelon- mixture will be strained. Just purée fruit with mint leaves and add lime juice to taste.
*You can substitute lemon juice for lime with equally good results.
*Lime flavored sparkling water can be a refreshing option. It gives it a bright effervescent note.
*Straining is optional.
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