Watermelon-Mint Agua Fresca

4 steps

Prep:45minCook:5min

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

Updated at: Wed, 16 Aug 2023 23:49:31 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Moderate

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories111.1 kcal (6%)

Total Fat0.3 g (0%)

Carbs28.4 g (11%)

Sugars24.6 g (27%)

Protein1.3 g (3%)

Sodium2.8 mg (0%)

Fiber1 g (3%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

4 servings

¼ cupfresh mint leaves

packed

¼ cupsugar

or agave syrup

5 cupswatermelon

peeled, seeded, coarsely chopped, from about a 2 1/2 pound watermelon

¼ cupfresh lime juice

Mint sprigs

for serving

Instructions

Step 1

Step 1 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.

Step 2

Step 2 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.

Step 3

Do Ahead

Step 4

Step 3 Aqua fresca can be stored in an airtight container and chilled for up to 1 day.