This refreshing watermelon cucumber agua fresca is fresh, hydrating, and great for summer! It’s easy to make, crowd-pleasing, and a perfect cooling drink for hot weather!
1English cucumber(peeled, seeded, and cut into chunks)
1Lemon(juiced)
2Tbspagave nectar
4Cupscold water
Instructions
Combine watermelon, cucumber, lemon juice, agave, and water in a blender
6 Cups cubed fresh watermelon, 1 English cucumber, 1 Lemon, 2 Tbsp agave nectar, 4 Cups cold water
Blend on high or puree until mixture is completely smooth
Drain through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a pitcher
For best results, store in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to blend the flavors, or serve over ice immediately, with a garnish of fresh mint or a Tajin rim if desired
Notes
I highly recommend seedless watermelon, but you can always strain your mixture to remove seeds if needed. Use a juicy, ripe melon for best results
You can use Persian or other small cucumbers in place of the English cucumber, but opt for a variety with limited seeds (or remove the seeds)
The lemon juice may be swapped for lime juice instead to add a bit of tartness
Agave nectar may be substituted by honey or granulated sugar if preferred
While garnishes are optional, a slice of watermelon, sprig of fresh mint, or a Tajin rim on the glass make for a nice touch
If your blender isn’t large enough to accommodate everything at once, you can blend everything but the water first. Strain, and then add the fruit juice mixture to the water and stir before storing
Straining is technically optional, but it helps catch any seeds, fruit chunks, or anything else that’s difficult to drink. If you don’t have a strainer, you can skip this step and it will still taste great!
Store leftover agua fresca in a pitcher or carafe in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Even though it is kept cold, it is still best served over ice
Exact nutritional values will vary based on brand and flavor of ingredients, any swaps or additions, and actual quantity consumed, so please consider this a guideline only