Mushroom Free Watermelon Mint Agua Fresca
Few drinks capture the feeling of a hot summer afternoon quite like a cold glass of agua fresca. This version blends juicy watermelon with fresh mint, bright lime juice, a touch of honey, and a pinch of sea salt into something that tastes almost too good to be this simple. The straining step is what makes it truly special — you get a silky, jewel-red drink that's light and refreshing rather than thick or smoothie-like. A tiny bit of salt might sound unexpected, but it quietly amplifies the sweetness of the watermelon in the best possible way. Since every ingredient here is naturally whole and plant-based, there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your glass — no hidden additives, no processed syrups, just real fruit and herbs. Serve it over a big pile of ice with a sprig of mint and a lime wedge, and it looks as stunning as it tastes. It's the kind of drink that disappears fast, so you may want to double the batch.
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4 servings
- 6 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes (about ½ small watermelon)
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 cup cold water
- ⅛ tsp fine sea salt
For serving
- ice, for serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the watermelon cubes, mint leaves, lime juice, honey, cold water, and sea salt to 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, pressing gently on the solids with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
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