Nightshade 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 natural sweetness and subtle tropical depth, while fresh lime juice cuts right through it with a clean, citrusy punch. Maple syrup adds just enough sweetness without overpowering the drink, and a pinch of salt ties everything together in a way that makes each sip taste more alive. For anyone navigating a nightshade-free lifestyle, beverages can sometimes be a surprising minefield — certain spice blends and flavored drinks sneak in unexpected ingredients — but every single component here is straightforward and easy to verify. The blender-and-strain method gives you a silky, smooth texture that feels far more polished than the effort involved. Garnish with fresh mint and a few lime slices and it looks stunning in a glass pitcher on any table. It's the kind of recipe you'll make once and then find yourself coming back to all season long.
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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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