Who knew water could be so tasty?!
Remember that beauty from yesterday?
Here she is again.
I just love the contrast of those colors.
And what is was in that glass.
Agua fresca is to Mexico what lemonade is to America. This is a cool, refreshing drink that goes down way to easily.
Like, I blended 3/4 of a watermelon and drank the whole thing… in one sitting.
Yeah, that kinda of “way to easily.”
This was my first time making it and it is now officially my favorite summer drink. It was insanely delicious and if you don’t have watermelon in your house, you need to go to the store, RIGHT THIS VERY MOMENT, and get one so you can make this drink.
Trust me on this one.
The neat thing about this recipe is that you can use just about any fruit you want. Simply adjust the water/fruit ratio to suit your liking (especially if you choose a denser fruit).
Agua Fresca
2 cups coconut water
4 cups diced watermelon (seeds removed)
2 Tbsp lime juice
4 tsp sugarPlace all ingredients in your blender and hit go!
Variations: You can substitute plain water instead of coconut water if you’d like. Coconut water is high in potassium (which hydrate you) and antioxidants (fight the bad stuff in your body). You can use any fruit you’d like as well as any sweetener you’d like. I actually used two packets of splenda instead of sugar and it was just the right amount of sweet for me.
Tips: This best served cold, so you can add ice to the blender or serve over ice. Another option is to freeze some of your fruit ahead of time. I did this and it worked beautifully (and deliciously).
One last picture, to hold you over until your blender stops.
What is your favorite summer drink?
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This certainly sounds delicious. Where do you buy coconut water? Never heard of it.
Coconut water can be found at most grocery stores – I’ve bought it at Walmart and Amazon has comparable prices. Look for it near the flavored water section (think SoBe). I use Zico brand because it’s all natural and the only ingredient is coconut water (no sugar added). It’s in a blue container. Hope that helps!!
Oh my goodness, I must try this! That sounds amazing, especially with the coconut water.
This looks so refreshing! Perfect for summer! Thanks for sharing at Church Supper! Have a blessed week and Happy 4th!
Thanks Krista!
I bought a watermelon today–before I read you post! Think I’m gonna try it. Thanks.
Be Blessed.
Sounds amazing. Thanks for sharing with us on the Creative Corner Hop.
Sandy
this sounds so refreshing oh yum. I hope you’ll stop by and add this and any other posts you’re proud of to my Wednesday What We Wore, Read, and Made Link party
marissa
This looks so refreshing and delicious!! Hmm…may have to send my husband to the store to pick up a watermelon.
This looks delicious and very refreshing!!! Nothing better than watermelon to refresh in hot weather!
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I am taking you literally and running off to the grocery store right now for watermelon and coconut water! Thanks for sharing!
Oh man, that’s some pressure!! I sure hope you like it!
Hi Tiffany,
What a refreshing drink, I would really enjoy this and wish I had it right now. Hope you are having a great holiday week and thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday.
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Miz Helen
Fantastic idea. Would you link it in to my Food on Friday: Cocktails/Mocktails?
I found this through Thriving on Thursdays. I have linked in a corned beef hash cakes recipe using corned beef leftovers. I selected the right picture but the linky thing went crazy, so you will have to click through to see the picture. Have a great week.
delicious! pinned – tweeted! thanks for sharing with kids in the kitchen
What a gorgeous color. I’m not even a fan of watermelon but I’m tempted. Thanks for sharing this week on BeColorful.
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Ooh! This sounds refreshing and a good recipe to use up a not-ripe-enough watermelon.
Love agua frescas just never made them before. Will try this recipe, stopping by from delightful order link party
This sounds SO refreshing Tiffany! Congrats – you’ve been featured at Inspire Me Monday at Create With Joy!
I lived in the Southwest for many years and purchased aqua fresca, but never made any of them. I am glad you posted this recipe. I have some watermelon from our CSA and just happen to have coconut milk also!
Tiffany,
Thanks so much for linking up to Creative Thursday last week. I can’t wait to see what you link up next. Have a great week.
This looks so refreshing! I can’t wait to try this. Perfect for summer and now that it’s super hot here in Cali, I need something refreshing
Michelle
Sounds great, I just may try this! Thanks for linkin up! Can’t wait to see what you’ve made this week!
Kim@madeinaday
Congratulations!
Your recipe is featured on Full Plate Thursday this week. Hope you have a great week end and enjoy your new Red Plate.
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Miz Helen