Lactose Free Classic Mango Agua Fresca
Ripe mango, fresh lime juice, and a pinch of salt come together in this refreshing drink that tastes like summer in a glass. The blending and straining process gives it that silky, smooth texture you'd find at a street cart or taqueria — no pulpy chunks, just pure, vibrant fruit flavor. Because it's built entirely on whole fruit, citrus, and water, there's nothing here to worry about on the dairy front — it's naturally free of any milk-based ingredients without requiring any swaps or substitutions. A little sugar balances the tartness of the lime and lets the mango shine, though you can dial it up or down to suit your taste. Serve it over ice with a wedge of lime on the rim and it looks as good as it tastes. It's the kind of drink that disappears fast, so you might want to make a double batch.
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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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