Agua de Sandia
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Nothing says summer like a refreshing glass of Agua de Sandia! This Mexican watermelon agua fresca is light, hydrating, and naturally sweet with just a hint of lime. It’s an easy-to-make, delicious alternative to sugary sodas and store-bought drinks. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or just cooling off by the pool, this easy watermelon agua fresca is sure to be a hit!
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Ingredients
Simple Syrup
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups water
Agua de Sandia
- 8 cups cubed seeded watermelon divided
- 1/2 cup water divided
- 3/4 cup simple syrup divided
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- Lime slices to garnish
- Mint leaves as a garnish
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Instructions
- Combine water with sugar in a saucepan heat until the sugar has melted, then remove from heat and let cool. Make simple syrup ahead of time and use after it’s cooled.
- Puree half of the cubed watermelon, water, and simple syrup in a blender. Pour through a course strainer and into a large pitcher. Repeat with the remaining watermelon, water, and simple syrup. Stir in lime juice.
- Refrigerate until very cold. Before serving stir and garnish with lime slices and mint if desired.
Notes
- Makes 2 quarts.
- Store any leftover watermelon agua fresca in a covered pitcher in the fridge for up to 3 days. Stir before serving.
- Store any extra syrup in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
132kcal
(7%)
Carbohydrates
35g
(12%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
20mg
(1%)
Potassium
199mg
(6%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
33g
(66%)
Vitamin A
865IU
(17%)
Vitamin C
15mg
(17%)
Calcium
15mg
(2%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 132 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 132kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 20mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 199mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 33g | 66% |
| Vitamin A | 865IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 2% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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