Gut Friendly Classic Mango Agua Fresca
Few drinks are as refreshing as a tall glass of this vibrant, fruit-forward agua fresca on a warm day. Ripe mango brings natural sweetness and a silky body, while fresh lime juice and a pinch of salt sharpen every sip into something genuinely craveable. The blending and straining process removes the fibrous pulp, leaving behind a smooth, light liquid that's easy on the digestive system — a real win when you're being mindful about what you put in your body. There's no artificial flavoring, no carbonation, and no hidden additives to second-guess, just clean, whole-food ingredients doing all the work. It comes together in minutes and keeps well in the fridge, so you can pour a glass whenever the craving hits. Serve it over ice with a wedge of lime for a drink that feels like a treat but supports the way you want to eat.
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4 servings
- 2 lbs ripe mango, peeled and cubed (about 3 cups cubed)
- 3 cups cold water
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1–2 limes)
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar, or more to taste
- ¼ tsp salt
For serving
- ice, for serving (optional)
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the mango cubes, cold water, lime juice, sugar, and salt in a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 45–60 seconds.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a pitcher and pour the blended mixture through it, pressing gently with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids left in the strainer.
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