Watermelon-Cucumber Agua Fresca
Description
Make sure you pick a very sweet and juicy watermelon for this refreshing summer agua fresca with watermelon and lime.
Ingredients
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4 cups cubed seeded watermelon
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2 1/2 cups water, divided
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1 cup peeled, chopped cucumber
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1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
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1 tablespoon white sugar
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1 teaspoon chili-lime seasoning (such as Tajin®)
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1 wedge fresh lime
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ice as needed
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4 slices watermelon
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4 slices lime
Directions
1
Place watermelon and 1 1/2 cups water in a blender, and process at high speed until combined, about 1 minute. Add cucumber, lime juice, and sugar; blend until smooth. Pour mixture through a fine mesh strainer and using a spatula, press to remove the pulp. Don't skip this step, it's important.
2
Pour the strained mixture into a large pitcher, add remaining 1 cup water, and stir well. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or longer.
3
Sprinkle some Tajin® (chili lime seasoning) onto a small plate. Run the lime wedge around the top of the glass, invert the glass, and dip the rim into the seasoning.
4
Fill the glass with ice, pour in the agua fresca, garnish with watermelon slices or wedges, and lime slices.