Agua Fresca
Agua Fresca is a light and refreshing drink made from fruits, flowers, or seeds blended with water and a touch of sweetener. It's a popular beverage in Mexico, perfect for hot days.
Een origineel recept van Forkin
- Totale tijd
- 40 min
- Porties
- 4
- Moeilijkheid
- Makkelijk
- Per portie
- 86 kcal
Mise-en-place
Ingrediënten
Ingrediënten
- 960 gwatermelon, cubed, seeds removed
- 480 mlwater
- 30 mllime juice, freshly squeezed
- 15 mlagave nectar(optioneel)
- 4 kopjeice
garnish
- 4 stmint sprig(optioneel)
Keukengerei
glasses · pitcher · fine-mesh sieve · blender
De bereidingswijze
Stap voor stap
- 1
Combine the watermelon, water, lime juice, and agave nectar (if using) in a blender.
Ongeveer 1 min
- 2
Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Ongeveer 2 min
Tip van de kok: Ensure all watermelon chunks are fully pureed for a smooth drink.
- 3
Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove any pulp or remaining seeds.
Ongeveer 3 min
Tip van de kok: Press against the solids with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible.
- 4
Taste and adjust sweetness if desired, adding more agave nectar if preferred.
Ongeveer 1 min
- 5
Chill the agua fresca in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Ongeveer 30 min
Tip van de kok: Chilling enhances the refreshing quality of the drink.
- 6
Serve over ice and garnish each glass with a mint sprig, if using.
Ongeveer 1 min
Per portie
Voedingswaarden
- Calorieën
- 85,9kcal
- Eiwit
- 1,5g
- Koolhydraten
- 22,9g
- Vet
- 0,5g
- Vezels
- 1,1g
- Suiker
- 17,3g
Geschat op basis van de hoeveelheden ingrediënten in het recept. Waarden kunnen per merk en vervanging verschillen.
Goed bewaren
Store leftover agua fresca in a sealed pitcher in the refrigerator.