Gut Friendly Classic Watermelon Agua Fresca
Few drinks are as instantly refreshing as a tall glass of watermelon agua fresca on a warm day, and this version is as clean and simple as it gets. Watermelon is naturally gentle on the digestive system, and with just a handful of whole, recognizable ingredients, there's nothing here to second-guess or stress over. The blending and straining process removes the pulp, leaving behind a silky-smooth liquid that's easy to sip and easy on the gut. A squeeze of fresh lime juice adds brightness, while a small pinch of salt rounds out the flavor in a way that feels surprisingly sophisticated. You control the sweetness by adjusting the sugar to taste, which means no mystery syrups or artificial additives sneaking in. It comes together in minutes and is best served ice-cold, making it a go-to for hot afternoons when you want something hydrating that won't weigh you down.
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4 servings
- 6 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes (about ½ small watermelon)
- 1 cup cold water
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- 1–2 tbsp granulated sugar, or to taste
- ¼ tsp salt
For serving
- ice, for serving (optional)
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the watermelon cubes and cold water to a blender and blend on high until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a large pitcher. Pour the blended watermelon through the strainer, pressing gently on the solids with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the pulp left in the strainer.
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