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Watermelon Agua Fresca

Cool off with a glass of Watermelon Agua Fresca! This light and refreshing drink is perfect for entertaining and keeping the kids hydrated on summer afternoons. Calling for just four ingredients, this recipe is easy to make and enjoy! Makes 10 servings.

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 39 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 5 cups watermelon chopped
  • 2 cups water cold
  • ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice about 2 medium-sized lemons, freshly juiced
  • 2-3 tablespoons granulated sugar

Instructions

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  1. If you haven’t already, chop up your watermelon into bite-sized pieces. (I made you a video and detail how to do this above in the post!)
  2. Measure out your watermelon, water and lemon juice into the blender.
  3. Add the sugar. (See the note below about the sugar, as your agua fresca might not need it!)
  4. Blend until smooth, then strain through a fine mesh strainer.
  5. Stir together using a wooden spoon, and then serve over ice.
  6. Garnish with little watermelon wedges if you’re feeling fancy!

Notes

  • Adapted from my Strawberry Pineapple Agua Fresca recipe.
  • Depending on how sweet your watermelon is, you might not need toadd sugar at all. I added ¼ cup to my first batch, and it was way too sweet for me. Use your discretion on the sweetness, and add a little bit and taste before adding more.
  • Simple swap: You can easily swap LIMES for the lemon in this recipe! We keep lemons on hand at all times, so I used lemons, but I know lime juice would be awesome in this agua fresca, too.
  • Easy entertaining tip: This Watermelon Agua Fresca can be made in advance, but it might separate in the refrigerator. If this happens, blend it again before serving OR stir vigorously with a wooden spoon. (Personally, I like the blender option because I like for it to be a little frothy, but to each their own.)

Nutrition Information

Calories 39kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 1g (2%) Sodium 4mg (0%) Sugar 9g (18%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 39

% Daily Value*

Calories 39kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 1g 2%
Sodium 4mg 0%
Sugar 9g 18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.