Description
Cool off with this refreshing Cucumber Melon Agua Fresca, a hydrating and delicious drink perfect for hot summer days. This version has no added sugar, making it a healthy choice for any time of day.
Ingredients
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Cantaloupe:
- 2 cups cantaloupe, seeds and skin removed, fruit chopped or scooped with melon baller
Cucumber:
- 1/2 cup cucumber, peeled and chopped
Lime Juice:
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime), plus more if desired
Water:
- 1 cup water, or more depending on desired sweetness
Ice:
- Generous serving of ice
Mint Leaves (optional):
- For garnish
Instructions
- Add the water, cantaloupe, and lime juice to a blender. Pulse until fully blended, about 1 minute.
- Pour liquid through a fine mesh sieve or strainer to remove any unwanted froth/foam or scoop off with a spoon.
- Pour over a generous amount of ice or allow to chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours before serving.
- Add mint leaves and additional slices of melon or cucumber for garnish (optional).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cups
- Calories: 64 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 33 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
