Peanut Free Classic Watermelon Agua Fresca
Few drinks capture the spirit of summer quite like a tall glass of this blended watermelon refresher. Fresh watermelon, a squeeze of lime, a pinch of salt, and just a touch of sugar come together in minutes for something that tastes like it took way more effort than it did. Straining the blended fruit through a fine-mesh sieve gives you a silky-smooth, deeply colored drink that's light and hydrating without any of the pulpy texture. The pinch of salt is the quiet hero here — it rounds out the sweetness and makes every sip taste brighter and more complex. Because this recipe is built entirely from whole fruit, citrus, and pantry staples, there's zero concern about hidden allergens or shared-facility warnings that can come with packaged drink mixes. Serve it straight over ice with a wedge of lime and it's instantly the most refreshing thing on the table.
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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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