Melon Agua Fresca Recipe

Beat the heat with this vibrant, all-fruit Melon Agua Fresca! This refreshing Mexican-style drink skips the water for an intensely flavorful experience, made with sweet watermelon and a hint of lime. Perfect for a hot summer day, this recipe is easy to make and guaranteed to quench your thirst. Get ready for a burst of summer in every sip! (Recipe uses approximately a 3-pound watermelon).

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 127 mins
Calories 121.5 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Melon Agua Fresca

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How to Make Melon Agua Fresca

  1. Cut the watermelon into chunks and remove the rind.
  2. Combine 3 cups cubed watermelon, ½ cup cantaloupe, ¼ cup honeydew melon, and the juice of 1 lime in a blender or food processor.
  3. Blend until completely smooth.
  4. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove any seeds or pulp.
  5. Discard the pulp.
  6. Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until well chilled.
  7. Pour the chilled Melon Agua Fresca into glasses filled with ice.
  8. Garnish with fresh lime wedges and a sprig of mint (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

102g

Fat

0g

Carbs

10g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Melon Agua Fresca?

Melon Agua Fresca takes about 147 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 127 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Melon Agua Fresca?

Melon Agua Fresca has approximately 121.5 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Melon Agua Fresca?

The key ingredients for Melon Agua Fresca are Watermelon, Fresh Lime Juice, Frozen Limeade Concentrate, Fresh Orange Juice, Lime Slice. See the full list with measurements above.

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