A healthy and refreshing Watermelon Agua Fresca to kill your thirst during a hot summer day! No added sugar needed, it’s delicious without as long as you choose the right watermelon.
How To Choose The Right Watermelon
The sweetest watermelons are the small round ones. The bigger the watermelon the more watery, the smaller the more fleshy if that’s a word.
Make sure the watermelon has a yellow spot on it and if it looks like a cat scratched the yellow spot even better.
Lastly, knock on the watermelon to listen if it sounds hollow. If it sounds hollow it means it’s ripe.
Watermelons have to be picked ripe. They don’t ripen any further once they were picked. That means you have to find a good one at the store. It won’t get any better on the kitchen counter.
Cantaloupes still ripen like avocados, watermelons don’t.
What Ingredients do I need
You technically just need two ingredients. Water and watermelon!
However, to make it more delicious and authentic you’re going to also want to add some lime juice. Not too much, just a little. And then depending on how sweet your watermelon is you may want to add a little sweetener.
The authentic and original watermelon agua fresca I know from Mexico has refined sugar in it. You can also add honey or maple syrup though. I prefer to just choose a sweet watermelon and skip the sweetening.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “agua fresca” mean?
It simply means “fresh water”. It consists of water with fruit. The most popular fruit aguas frescas are: watermelon, clementine, limón con chia (lemon with chia), pineapple, and cucumber I would say.
How long does agua fresca last?
Technically 3-4 days. In reality, I would say a maximum of two days.
If you drink it within 4 days you’ll be perfectly fine but on days 3 and 4 the flavor does change and unfortunately not for the better.
It’s best freshly made and if you drink it the next day make sure to stir or shake it up well to combine again. If you need a delicious Mexican drink that lasts better in the fridge, try this Agua de Jamaica instead.
Does Mexican Agua Fresca have sugar?
The original authentic recipe I know from Mexico does have refined sugar but you can sweeten it with other sweeteners of your choice or skip sweetening all together if you prefer.
For watermelon agua fresca I like using honey if necessary but for drinks like Agua de Horchata my favorite is maple syrup. It all depends on the “agua” (water).
Watermelon Agua Fresca
Prep Time: 10 minutesminutes
Cook Time: 0 minutesminutes
Servings: 4people
A healthy and refreshing Watermelon Agua Fresca to kill your thirst during a hot summer day! No added sugar needed, it's delicious without as long as you choose the right watermelon.
Add watermelon, lime juice, and water to a blender then blend until very smooth. Strain liquid through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher then add mint sprigs and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Add ice to the pitcher then serve with fresh lime wedges for garnish.
Originating in Mexico, agua fresca is a drink made from fresh fruit, lime juice, water, a sweetener like sugar or agave, and often fresh herbs, like mint.
Aguas Frescas are a naturally delicious and nutritious Mexican drink that can provide you with numerous benefits when it comes to your health. They are made with fresh fruits, herbs, grains, flowers, and other natural ingredients, so they are low in calories and contain essential vitamins and minerals.
The Benefits of Drinking Aguas Frescas Instead of Sugary Beverages. Aguas Frescas, a delightful Mexican beverage, is made from fresh fruit and sometimes includes vegetables, grains, flowers, or seeds for variety. These drinks are known for keeping the body hydrated and healthy.
Linares likes that homemade agua fresca, unlike sugary soft drinks, can be easily modified to individual taste as a healthier alternative. "And you can get some fiber, vitamins and minerals from the fruit, depending on the flavor and how it's made," she said.
Fruit juice is typically made by squeezing the liquid from the fruit; it may be somewhat diluted, but it is much more juice than water. Agua fresca starts with fresh drinking water, and the fruit is blended or squeezed into it, resulting in a much lighter and more refreshing drink that is composed mostly of water.
Pumper said there are beverages other than water you can drink that count toward hydration—for example, teas, coconut water, homemade agua fresca, broths, and smoothies.
How Long Will This Last In The Fridge? Agua frescas are best served immediately over ice. But if you want to save leftovers or make this ahead of time, they can be chilled in the refrigerator up to 72 hours. Just make sure to give it a good stir before serving as the liquid will separate over time.
Watermelon is safe for people with diabetes to eat in moderation. However, it is best to consume watermelon and other high GI fruits alongside foods that contain plenty of nutritious fats, fiber, and protein.
In short, eating watermelon in the evening is not a problem in itself. It is a healthy and delicious fruit that you can enjoy at any time of the day. Remember to keep a balance in your diet and overall lifestyle, and don't worry too much about the myths surrounding watermelon.
As for cleansing the body, nutrition experts like Mauney are quick to point out that no food item will flush toxins from your system. Your body already has a natural detoxification system thanks to your liver and kidneys, and focusing on one particular food like watermelon is not going to impact that.
Watermelon's high water content, antioxidants, and amino acids may make for a better workout. It's also high in potassium, a mineral that could cut down on cramps at the gym. You can sip watermelon juice after you sweat, too. Doing so could help prevent muscle soreness, as long as you don't push yourself too hard.
This sweet treat contains body fat reducing citrulline, anti-inflammatory and heart healthy lycopene, and immune boosting vitamin C- all good things that will keep your body running optimally while you keep yourself cool and comfortable.
There are three types of watermelon moonshine: watermelon fruit infusions, watermelon moonshine co*cktails, and watermelon moonshine brandy. The first two types are made by adding either watermelon chunks or pureed watermelon to high proof alcohol.
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