Chicken Free Strawberry Lime Agua Fresca
Few drinks capture the feeling of a warm afternoon quite like a cold glass of agua fresca. This version leans on ripe, juicy strawberries blended with fresh lime juice and a touch of maple syrup for a naturally sweetened, vibrantly pink drink that looks as good as it tastes. The fine-mesh straining step is the real secret here — it pulls out all the pulp and seeds, leaving behind a silky-smooth liquid that's refreshing without being heavy. A pinch of salt might sound unexpected, but it quietly sharpens every other flavor in the glass. You can dial the sweetness or tartness up or down to suit your crowd, making it endlessly adaptable for backyard gatherings or a quiet afternoon treat. Poured over ice with a few lime slices floating on top, it's the kind of drink that disappears fast and earns immediate requests for the recipe.
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4 servings
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 3 cups cold water
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 3 tbsp maple syrup, or more to taste
- 1 pinch salt
For serving
- ice, for serving
- lime slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the strawberries, cold water, lime juice, maple syrup, and salt in a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a large pitcher. Pour the blended mixture through the strainer in batches, pressing gently on the solids with the back of a spoon until only dry pulp remains. Discard the pulp.
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