Beef Free Coconut Lime Agua Fresca
Bright, tangy, and impossibly refreshing, this coconut lime agua fresca is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're sitting somewhere warm and breezy even on an ordinary afternoon. Coconut water brings a subtle natural sweetness and a light electrolyte boost, while fresh lime juice cuts right through it with a citrusy punch that wakes up your whole palate. A touch of maple syrup and a pinch of salt round everything out so the flavors feel balanced rather than one-note. The whole thing comes together in a blender in under a minute, then gets strained into a pitcher so the texture is silky smooth and perfectly pourable. It's completely plant-based and free from any animal products, so it works for a wide range of guests without any adjustments needed. Garnish with thin lime rounds and a few fresh mint leaves and it looks stunning on a table without any extra effort. Keep a pitcher in the fridge and it's ready to pour over ice whenever the craving hits.
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4 servings
- 3 cups coconut water
- ½ cup fresh lime juice (from about 4–5 limes)
- 1 cup cold water
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp fine salt
- 1 cup ice cubes, plus more for serving
For serving
- 1 lime, thinly sliced (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the coconut water, lime juice, cold water, maple syrup, salt, and 1 cup of ice in a blender.
- 2
Blend on high speed for about 30 seconds, until the ice is fully crushed and the mixture is smooth and uniformly combined.
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