Melon Agua Fresca
Photography: James Carrier; 
NOTES: Very ripe cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon all make delicious aguas frescas.
| Servings:Makes about 2 1/2 quarts | Prep Time:n/a | Cook Time:n/a |
Nutritional Info
Ingredients
- 5 cups cubed peeled, seeded melon (from about 3 lb. melon; see notes)
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/3 to 1/2 cup lime juice
Amount Per
Serving
- calories:64
- sodium:7.5 mg
- fat:0.2 g
- cholesterol:0.0 mg
- carbohydrate:16 g
- fiber:0.5 g
- calories from fat:3 %
- saturated fat:0.0 g
- protein:0.6 g
directions
In a blender, whirl melon, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1 cup water until very smooth. Pour into a large pitcher (at least 3 qt.). Whisk in 1/3 cup lime juice, 7 cups water, and more sugar and lime juice to taste. Chill until cold, at least 1 hour or up to 1 day. Serve over ice.
Nutritional analysis per cup.
