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Watermelon Agua Fresca

Watermelon agua fresca is a chilled, mildly sweet beverage made by blending ripe watermelon with fresh mint leaves and ice. It has a vibrant pink color with a pulpy texture, often served with no straining to preserve the fruit’s natural pulp and flavor, resulting in a refreshing and slightly chunky drink.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Summertime
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups ripe watermelon cubes seedless or de-seeded
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves roughly chopped
  • 1 cup ice cubes

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Knife
  • Measuring cup

Method
 

  1. Measure out 4 cups of ripe watermelon cubes and place them into the blender.
    4 cups ripe watermelon cubes
  2. Add 1/4 cup of fresh mint leaves to the blender with the watermelon.
    4 cups ripe watermelon cubes
  3. Fill the blender with 1 cup of ice cubes, then secure the lid tightly.
    4 cups ripe watermelon cubes
  4. Blend on high speed until the mixture is well combined and the ice is crushed, about 30-45 seconds. You should see a bright pink, pulpy liquid with little visible ice chunks.
  5. Pour the blended watermelon mixture directly into glasses, leaving some pulp visible for texture. No straining is necessary.
  6. Serve immediately with an optional sprig of mint for garnish and enjoy the chilled, pulpy drink.
    4 cups ripe watermelon cubes