Best 9 Watermelon Aqua Fresca Recipes

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Indulge in the refreshing delight of Watermelon Aqua Fresca, a vibrant and flavorful Mexican beverage perfect for hot summer days. This thirst-quenching drink combines the juicy sweetness of watermelon with a hint of zesty lime and a touch of mint, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can whip up this refreshing treat in no time.

In this comprehensive guide, we present you with three variations of Watermelon Aqua Fresca, each offering a unique twist on this classic recipe:

1. **Classic Watermelon Aqua Fresca**: Experience the original taste of Watermelon Aqua Fresca with this straightforward recipe. Simply blend watermelon, lime juice, sugar, and water until smooth, and garnish with lime slices and mint leaves for an invigorating presentation.

2. **Spicy Watermelon Aqua Fresca**: Add a touch of heat to your Watermelon Aqua Fresca with this spicy variation. Infuse the water with serrano peppers, creating a subtle yet noticeable warmth that complements the sweetness of the watermelon. Garnish with a sprinkle of chili powder and a lime wedge for an extra kick.

3. **Sparkling Watermelon Aqua Fresca**: Transform your Watermelon Aqua Fresca into a fizzy delight with this sparkling version. Combine watermelon, lime juice, sugar, and water, then carbonate the mixture using a soda maker or sparkling water. Serve chilled, garnished with lime slices and mint leaves, for a refreshing and bubbly treat.

No matter which variation you choose, Watermelon Aqua Fresca is sure to become your go-to drink for staying hydrated and cool during the summer months. Its vibrant color, delightful flavor, and versatility make it a crowd-pleaser at parties and gatherings.

Let's cook with our recipes!

WATERMELON AGUA FRESCA



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     beverage

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup sugar
6 cups 1-inch dice watermelon
Zest and juice of 2 limes
Lime wheels, for garnish

Steps:

  • Add the sugar and 1/2 cup water to a small saucepan. Stir and bring to a simmer over medium heat until the sugar is melted, then turn off the heat and let cool.
  • Add the watermelon, lime zest and juice and 3 tablespoons of the cooled simple syrup to a blender. Blend until smooth. Pour into 4 small glasses.
  • Garnish each with a wheel of lime.

WATERMELON AGUA FRESCA



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Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     beverage

Time 10m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 small watermelon (12 to 14 pounds), peeled and chopped
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Handful fresh mint
1 liter sparkling water
Pinch flakey sea salt
Pinch chili powder

Steps:

  • Add the watermelon, vinegar and mint to a blender and blend to combine. Strain the mixture through a sieve into a pitcher. Add the sparkling water, a pinch of salt and chili powder and ice.

WATERMELON AGUA FRESCA



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This is a drink served throughout Mexico. It is made with several different fruits. This is a watermelon drink.

Provided by Sherbear1

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups cubed seeded watermelon
½ cup water
½ cup white sugar, or to taste
4 slices lime
24 fresh mint leaves
ice

Steps:

  • Puree the watermelon and water in a blender until smooth. Add sugar to taste. Cut the lime slices in half. Place a half lime slice into each of 8 glasses along with 3 mint leaves. Crush with a cocktail muddler, then fill each glass with ice. Pour in the watermelon agua fresca, and stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.4 calories, Carbohydrate 18.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 1.3 mg, Sugar 17.3 g

AGUA FRESCA DE SANDIA (WATERMELON AGUA FRESCA)



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A typical agua fresca served throughout Mexico. Serve cold and over ice. Very refreshing.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 cups water, divided
1 medium seedless watermelon
⅛ cup sugar, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Cut watermelon into small pieces and place in a blender. Add 1 cup water and 1/8 cup sugar; puree until smooth. Pour into a pitcher.
  • Add remaining 2 cups water. Sweeten with additional sugar, to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120.6 calories, Carbohydrate 30.4 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 5.5 mg, Sugar 25.3 g

WATERMELON AQUA FRESCA



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This is a delicious drink and incredibly refreshing. Absolutely lovely on hot days. This is a staple in our house during the summer months.

Provided by Alia55

Categories     Low Protein

Time 15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups cold water
2 cups watermelon, rind removed, seeded and chopped into cubes
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon lime juice

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, combine water, watermelon, sugar, and lime juice until smooth.
  • Pour mixture through a strainer into a pitcher, forcing through most of the pulp.
  • Chill at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Serve with or without ice cubes.
  • As a decorative touch, add slices or chunks of watermelon.

WATERMELON AGUA FRESCA



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This is the Runner-Up recipe for 1992 in the San Francisco Chronicle, by Jacqueline Higuera McMahan.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 cups diced watermelon
3 cups water
1/2 cup sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon watermelon seeds
lime slice (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Puree half of the fruit in a blender with 1 cup of the water.
  • Pour into a clear pitcher.
  • Add the remaining fruit and water to the blender, along with the sugar and lime juice; puree.
  • Combine with the juice in the pitcher.
  • Stir in the reserved seeds.
  • Refrigerate until chilled.
  • Serve over ice in clear glasses; garnish with lime.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 4.8, Carbohydrate 21.5, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 19.6, Protein 0.9

WATERMELON AGUA FRESCA



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Make and share this Watermelon Agua Fresca recipe from Food.com.

Provided by susie cooks

Categories     Beverages

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 cups watermelon, seeded, cubed, divided
4 cups water
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • Finely chop two cups of the watermelon, and set aside.
  • Place remaining two cups watermelon in a blender; process until smooth.
  • Pour pureed watermelon through a sieve into a pitcher, and discard the solids.
  • Add water, sugar and lime juice; stir until sugar dissolves.
  • Stir in chopped watermelon.
  • Cover and chill at least one hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47.9, Fat 0.2, Sodium 5.9, Carbohydrate 12.3, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 10.6, Protein 0.6

WATERMELON AGUA FRESCA



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This refreshing drink is served by roadside vendors all over Mexico. Not too much fruit, not too much sugar, just a beautiful way to quench your thirst on a summer day. From 'EatingWell.com' and posted for ZWT5. NOTE: Prep time DOES NOT include 4 hour chill time.

Provided by kitty.rock

Categories     Punch Beverage

Time 15m

Yield 10 1 cup servings, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 cups watermelon (cubed, seeded, and divided)
1 cup water, divided
1/3 cup sugar, divided
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 liter club soda or 1 liter seltzer water, well chilled
lime slice, for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine half the watermelon, half the water and half the sugar in a blender; puree.
  • Pour through a coarse strainer into a large container.
  • Repeat with the remaining watermelon, water and sugar.
  • Stir in lime juice.
  • Refrigerate until well chilled, about 4 hours.
  • To serve, stir in club soda (or seltzer) and garnish with lime.
  • MAKE AHEAD TIP: Prepare through Step 1, cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

WATERMELON-CUCUMBER AGUA FRESCA



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Choose the sweetest and juiciest watermelon you can find for the best agua fresca ever! This is one of the most refreshing summer drinks you can make, and it's so simple to make at home. Popular in both the U.S. and Mexico.

Provided by lutzflcat

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups cubed seeded watermelon
2 ½ cups water, divided
1 cup peeled, chopped cucumber
¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon chili-lime seasoning (such as Tajin®)
1 wedge fresh lime
ice as needed
4 slices watermelon
4 slices lime

Steps:

  • Place watermelon and 1 1/2 cups water in a blender, and process at high speed until combined, about 1 minute. Add cucumber, lime juice, and sugar; blend until smooth. Pour mixture through a fine mesh strainer and using a spatula, press to remove the pulp. Don't skip this step, it's important.
  • Pour the strained mixture into a large pitcher, add remaining 1 cup water, and stir well. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or longer.
  • Sprinkle some Tajin® (chili lime seasoning) onto a small plate. Run the lime wedge around the top of the glass, invert the glass, and dip the rim into the seasoning.
  • Fill the glass with ice, pour in the agua fresca, garnish with watermelon slices or wedges, and lime slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.1 calories, Carbohydrate 39.7 g, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 109.7 mg, Sugar 31.2 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and juicy watermelon for the best flavor.
  • Chill the watermelon and other ingredients before blending for a refreshing drink.
  • Adjust the amount of sugar or honey to your desired sweetness.
  • Add a squeeze of lime juice or lemon juice for a tangy twist.
  • Garnish with fresh mint or basil for a pop of color and flavor.
  • Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Watermelon agua fresca is a delicious and refreshing drink that is perfect for a hot summer day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its vibrant color and sweet flavor, this drink is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. So next time you have a watermelon on hand, give this recipe a try and enjoy a taste of summer in a glass!

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