The best way to beat the heat is with agua fresca. Agua fresca is a popular Mexican drink category meaning, refresher. It's about taking your nutrient-loaded fruits and turning them into drinks. This Cantaloupe refresher will make a great impression at your next brunch. All you need is cantaloupe, lime, and some mint for garnish.
Cantaloupe is a fantastic way to intake Vitamin A + C, while keeping the calorie count low. If you're scared of the sugar in juice, don't worry. The sweetness only comes from the cantaloupe. So, let it get ripe to allow for a sweeter flavor.
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Cantaloupe Agua Fresca
Ingredients
- 1 cantaloupe
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- ice
- mint, lime slices for garnish
Instructions
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Remove the seeds and skin from the cantaloupe and dice. Blend until smooth.
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Strain the puree through a fine strainer to get a clear juice, about 2-3 cups. Add lime and water. You may add some sugar if the melon is not ripe enough.
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Serve over ice and garnish with mint and lime. Salud!
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