Best 4 Watermelon Mint Agua Fresca Recipes

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Watermelon mint agua fresca is a refreshing and flavorful Mexican drink perfect for a hot summer day. This delightful beverage is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The combination of sweet watermelon, zesty mint, and a hint of lime creates a taste that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Agua fresca is a popular drink in Mexico and can be found at many restaurants and street vendors. It is also a common drink to serve at parties and gatherings. If you are looking for a refreshing and healthy drink to enjoy this summer, watermelon mint agua fresca is a great choice.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

WATERMELON AGUA FRESCA



Watermelon Agua Fresca image

This is a drink served throughout Mexico. It is made with several different fruits. This is a watermelon drink.

Provided by Sherbear1

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups cubed seeded watermelon
½ cup water
½ cup white sugar, or to taste
4 slices lime
24 fresh mint leaves
ice

Steps:

  • Puree the watermelon and water in a blender until smooth. Add sugar to taste. Cut the lime slices in half. Place a half lime slice into each of 8 glasses along with 3 mint leaves. Crush with a cocktail muddler, then fill each glass with ice. Pour in the watermelon agua fresca, and stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.4 calories, Carbohydrate 18.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 1.3 mg, Sugar 17.3 g

WATERMELON AND MINT "AGUA FRESCA" (FRESH FRUIT-BLENDED WATER)



Watermelon and Mint

Provided by Marcela Valladolid

Categories     beverage

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups watermelon, seeded and cubed (about 3 pounds)
1/2 cup water
24 mint leaves, divided
8 tablespoons super-fine sugar (adjust if too sweet when using a naturally sweeter watermelon), divided
4 very thin lime slices, halved into half moons, divided
Ice cubes

Steps:

  • Add the watermelon and the water to a blender, and puree until smooth. Divide the mint leaves, sugar and lime slices among 8 glasses and muddle the ingredients. Add ice to each glass and pour in the watermelon agua fresco. Stir and serve.

WATERMELON-MINT AGUA FRESCA



Watermelon-Mint Agua Fresca image

Serve this refreshing mint-infused watermelon juice as cooling refreshment in the summer sun.

Provided by Nils Bernstein

Categories     Non-Alcoholic     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Watermelon     Mint     Healthy     Lime Juice     Drink     Birthday     Summer     Small Plates

Yield Makes about 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup (packed) fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup sugar or agave syrup
5 cups peeled, seeded, coarsely chopped watermelon (from about a 2 1/2-pound watermelon)
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
Mint sprigs (for serving)

Steps:

  • Combine mint leaves, sugar, and 1/4 cup water in a small pot. Bring to a boil and stir until sugar has dissolved. Transfer mixture to a heatproof container and chill, uncovered, until cool, about 30 minutes.
  • Strain mint syrup into a blender; discard mint leaves. Add watermelon and lime juice and blend until very smooth. Using a fine-mesh sieve, strain into a pitcher; discard solids. Add 2 cups water and stir well to combine. Serve with mint sprigs.
  • Do Ahead
  • Aqua fresca can be stored in an airtight container and chilled for up to 1 day.

WATERMELON LIME AGUA FRESCA



Watermelon Lime Agua Fresca image

A very refreshing drink. You may also use cantaloupe or honeydew melon. These taste like the juices served in authentic Mexican restaurants. Serve in tall glasses over ice.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Juice Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 cups water, divided
5 cups peeled, cubed, and seeded watermelon
½ cup white sugar, or more to taste
⅓ cup lime juice, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Combine 1 cup water, watermelon, and sugar in a blender; process until smooth. Pour into a large pitcher; stir in lime juice and remaining 7 cups water. Taste; adjust sugar or lime juice. Refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16.4 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 6.6 mg, Sugar 14.8 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use ripe watermelon. Look for melons that are heavy for their size and have a deep red color.
  • If you don't have a blender, you can mash the watermelon and mint together with a fork or potato masher.
  • Add a squeeze of lime juice for a tart flavor.
  • Garnish with a sprig of mint or a slice of watermelon for a refreshing presentation.
  • Serve agua fresca immediately or chill it in the refrigerator for later.
  • This recipe is easily doubled or tripled to make a larger batch.
  • Agua fresca is a great way to use up leftover watermelon.

Conclusion:

Watermelon mint agua fresca is a refreshing and delicious drink that is perfect for summer. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This recipe is a great way to use up leftover watermelon and is a healthy and hydrating alternative to sugary drinks.

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