Vegetarian Mint & Lime Watermelon Agua Fresca
Few drinks capture the feeling of summer quite like a cold glass of agua fresca, and this watermelon version with mint and lime is genuinely hard to put down. The technique here is clever — mint leaves get blended with cold water first so every drop of that bright, herby flavor is fully extracted before the watermelon even hits the blender. Straining the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve gives you a beautifully clear, vivid pink liquid that looks as stunning as it tastes. A squeeze of fresh lime juice cuts through the sweetness of the watermelon and keeps things lively, while a touch of honey lets you dial the sweetness exactly where you want it. It's naturally plant-based and free from anything processed, so you know exactly what's going into your glass. Serve it over a big pile of ice with a sprig of mint and a lime wheel, and it's instantly the most refreshing thing on the table.
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4 servings
- 8 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes (about ½ medium watermelon)
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
- 1 cup cold water
- 1–2 tbsp honey, or to taste (optional)
For serving
- 4 cups ice cubes, for serving
- 4 fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
- 4 lime wheels or wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the mint leaves in the blender. Add the cold water and blend on high for 20 seconds, until the mint is fully broken down and the water is bright green.
- 2
Add the watermelon cubes and lime juice to the blender. Blend on high for 45–60 seconds, until completely smooth with no visible chunks.
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