Chicken Free Blended Strawberry Lemonade Agua Fresca
Fresh strawberries and bright lemon juice come together in this blended agua fresca that tastes like summer in a glass. The whole drink is built on fruit, citrus, and a quick maple syrup simple syrup — nothing more, nothing less. Straining the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve gives you that silky-smooth, restaurant-quality texture without any pulpy bits getting in the way. A splash of sparkling water right before serving adds just enough fizz to make it feel a little celebratory. It's naturally free of any meat or poultry by design, so there's zero ingredient-swapping required — just wholesome, plant-based refreshment from start to finish. Whether you're hosting a backyard gathering or just need something cold and vibrant on a hot afternoon, this pitcher comes together with minimal effort and maximum payoff.
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4 servings
For the simple syrup
- ½ cup maple syrup
- ½ cup water
For the agua fresca
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved (about 16 medium)
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 3–4 lemons)
- 2 cups cold water
For serving
- 1 cup sparkling water, for serving
- 2 cups ice cubes, for serving
- 4 lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the maple syrup and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the syrup is fully dissolved, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 15 minutes until no longer warm to the touch.
- 2
Add the strawberries, lemon juice, cold water, and cooled maple syrup to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
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