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Fresh Watermelon Agua Fresca Recipe with Lime and Mint for Summer Refreshment

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A refreshing and light summer drink combining sweet watermelon, zesty lime, and fresh mint. Perfect for cooling down on hot days with a simple, quick recipe.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups seedless watermelon, cubed (about 900g or 2 lbs)
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 2–3 limes)
  • 10 fresh mint leaves
  • 2 cups cold water (480 ml)
  • 1–2 tablespoons granulated sugar or honey (optional)
  • Ice cubes, as needed for serving

Instructions

  1. Cut about 6 cups (900g) of seedless watermelon into cubes, small enough to blend easily.
  2. Add the watermelon cubes to a blender and pulse until smooth but still slightly textured, avoiding over-blending.
  3. Pour the blended watermelon through a fine mesh strainer into a large bowl or pitcher, pressing the pulp to extract as much juice as possible. Discard or save pulp for smoothies.
  4. Stir in freshly squeezed lime juice (about 3 tablespoons). Taste and add 1-2 tablespoons of sugar or honey if needed, stirring until dissolved.
  5. Gently muddle the mint leaves using a muddler or wooden spoon to release aroma without crushing, then add to the watermelon mixture.
  6. Pour in 2 cups (480 ml) of cold water and stir well to balance flavors.
  7. Refrigerate the agua fresca for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld. Alternatively, add ice cubes directly to the pitcher if in a hurry.
  8. Serve chilled over ice cubes, garnished with a lime wedge and a sprig of mint if desired.

Notes

Use ripe watermelon for best sweetness. Avoid over-blending to keep some texture. Gently muddle mint to prevent bitterness. Fresh lime juice is preferred over bottled. Adjust sweetness based on watermelon ripeness. Chill for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Optionally substitute half the water with sparkling water for fizz.

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