
Bright, jewel-toned, and refreshingly tart, this blueberry lemon agua fresca is the kind of drink that makes a hot afternoon feel instantly more manageable. Fresh blueberries and real lemon juice do all the heavy lifting here, delivering bold fruit flavor without any of the artificial dyes, flavorings, or additives that can make store-bought beverages tricky to navigate on a low-iodine plan. Maple syrup steps in as the sweetener, keeping things clean and free from the iodized salt concerns that come with some processed sugars or commercial drink mixes. A quick blend and a pass through a fine-mesh strainer gives you a silky, pulp-free liquid that looks almost too pretty to drink โ almost. The tiny pinch of fine salt rounds out the flavor beautifully, and since the whole recipe leans on whole, minimally processed ingredients, it fits comfortably within low-iodine guidelines. Adjust the sweetness and brightness to your liking before pouring over ice, and don't skip the lemon slices if you want that extra pop of color. It's simple, stunning, and genuinely satisfying in a way that feels like a treat rather than a dietary compromise.
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Combine the blueberries, cold water, lemon juice, maple syrup, and salt in a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30โ45 seconds.
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a pitcher. Pour the blended mixture through the strainer, pressing gently on the solids with the back of a spoon until only dry pulp and skins remain. Discard the solids.
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