Fresh Watermelon Mint Agua Fresca
A simple, refreshing summer drink made with fresh watermelon, mint, and water, optionally enhanced with lime juice and sweetener. Perfect for cooling down on hot days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups (900g) cubed seedless watermelon
- 10–12 large fresh mint leaves, washed and bruised
- 2 cups (480ml) cold water
- Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons or 30ml) – optional
- 1 teaspoon honey, agave, or simple syrup – optional
Instructions
- Cut seedless watermelon into cubes, about 6 cups (900g). Trim rind off the cubes.
- Add watermelon cubes and bruised mint leaves to a blender. Pour in 2 cups (480ml) cold water. Blend on high for about 1 minute until smooth.
- Strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a large bowl or pitcher. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to press the pulp gently to extract juice.
- Taste the juice and stir in lime juice and sweetener if desired.
- Transfer the strained agua fresca to a pitcher and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Serve chilled over ice with a mint sprig garnish.
Notes
Use ripe, juicy watermelon for best flavor. Avoid overblending mint to prevent bitterness. Strain thoroughly for a silky texture. Adjust sweetness with lime juice before adding sweetener. Serve ice-cold. Can be stored in the fridge up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 45
- Carbohydrates: 11
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 0.5
Keywords: watermelon, mint, agua fresca, summer drink, refreshing, easy recipe, healthy beverage