Legume Free Classic Watermelon Agua Fresca
Few drinks capture the feeling of summer quite like a tall, ice-cold glass of this blended watermelon refresher. Fresh watermelon gets blended with cold water, then strained into a pitcher for that perfectly smooth, almost silky texture that sets a great agua fresca apart from a basic smoothie. A squeeze of lime juice and a pinch of salt sharpen the sweetness and give the whole drink a bright, balanced finish that keeps you coming back for another sip. The ingredient list is beautifully short — just real fruit, citrus, and pantry staples — so there's nothing hidden to worry about for anyone avoiding legumes or other common allergens. It's the kind of recipe that looks and tastes far more impressive than the effort involved, which makes it ideal for backyard gatherings or a lazy afternoon on the porch. Serve it straight over ice with a wedge of lime on the rim and watch it disappear faster than you poured it.
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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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