Watermelon Agua Fresca (Agua De Sandia) Recipe

Ingredients

• 8 cups diced fresh watermelon (seedless or with seeds)
• 2 cups water * see recipe notes
• ½ cup sugar
• 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice (about half of a large lime)

Steps

1. 1

   In a blender add 4 cups of the watermelon chunks with 1 cup of water. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth. Transfer drink to a pitcher (see note)

2. 2

   Note: If the watermelon has seeds, pass the juice thru fine mesh strainer to remove the blended seeds.

3. 3

   Repeat process with remaining watermelon.

4. 4

   Add the ½ cup sugar and lime juice to the pitcher. Mix well and taste for sweetness. Add more sugar according to taste.

5. 5

   Pour into a tall glass filled with ice and garnish with fresh watermelon (optional). This drink is best if consumed within 1 to 2 days max.