Rice Free Classic Watermelon Agua Fresca
Few drinks capture the spirit of a hot afternoon quite like a tall glass of this blended watermelon refresher. Fresh watermelon, a squeeze of lime, a pinch of salt, and just enough sugar come together in minutes for something that tastes genuinely vibrant and nothing like the artificially flavored stuff. The blender does the heavy lifting, and straining the pulp gives you a silky-smooth drink that feels almost fancy without any real effort. A small pinch of salt might seem unexpected, but it quietly deepens the sweetness of the watermelon in a way that makes every sip more satisfying. For anyone navigating grain-free or rice-free eating, this is the kind of recipe that requires zero substitutions or label-reading — every ingredient is naturally in the clear. Serve it straight over ice with a wedge of lime on the rim, and it's the kind of thing guests will ask you to make again before they've even finished their first glass.
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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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