Mango Agua Fresca Recipe

Escape to the vibrant streets of León, Nicaragua with this refreshing Mango Agua Fresca! Inspired by Maria Gonzales, a street food vendor, this light and thirst-quenching beverage is a Central American classic. Perfect for hot days, this simple recipe combines sweet mangoes, zesty lime, and a touch of agave for the ultimate summer cooler. Made with Whole Planet Foundation support, this recipe is as delicious as it is meaningful.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 72.9 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mango Agua Fresca

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How to Make Mango Agua Fresca

  1. Peel and chop 2 ripe mangoes into chunks.
  2. Combine the mango chunks and 2 cups of water in a blender.
  3. Blend until completely smooth.
  4. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher, pressing on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible.
  5. Add 2 tablespoons of lime juice and 1 tablespoon of agave nectar (or to taste).
  6. Stir gently to combine.
  7. Fill ice-filled glasses with the Agua Fresca.
  8. Garnish each glass with a lime wedge and a sprig of fresh mint.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

67g

Fat

0g

Carbs

6g