Cucumber Watermelon Agua Fresca
Sweet and refreshing, this cucumber watermelon agua fresca is the perfect drink for any day of the week. With just a few tips, make the best agua fresca at home!
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 8 cups watermelon cut into chunks
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 ½ cup cucumber chopped
- 2 tablespoon sugar
- 1 lemon juice of
Instructions
- Place the watermelon chunks in a blender with the water. Blend to combine.
- Add in cucumber, sugar and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the agua fresca through a fine mesh strainer over a large bowl. Using a spatula, press against the sieve to get all the water out.
- Pour cucumber watermelon agua fresca over ice in a jug or a few glasses. Garnish with lemon or watermelon wedges.
Notes
- For sugar free version, leave out the sugar or use maple syrup, honey or stevia.
- It's not necessary to strain the agua fresca, however, if you like the drink to be very smooth and clear, I suggest you strain it.