Description
Strawberry Agua Fresca is the ultimate refreshing beverage for any occasion, combining the sweetness of ripe strawberries with the zesty kick of fresh lime juice. This vibrant drink not only quenches your thirst but also brings a splash of color to your table, making it perfect for summer picnics, family gatherings, or just a relaxing afternoon at home. With its easy preparation and customizable sweetness, this nonalcoholic delight is sure to impress guests of all ages. Serve it chilled over ice and garnish with mint or fresh fruit for an added touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ripe strawberries
- 4 cups cold water
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 cup hot water
- 3/4 cup sugar
Instructions
- Prepare Simple Syrup: In a cup of hot water, mix in sugar until fully dissolved. Adjust sweetness as needed.
- Prepare Strawberries: Wash and chop strawberries into halves or quarters.
- Blend: Combine cold water, lime juice, and simple syrup in a blender; blend until smooth.
- Strain: Pour through a fine strainer into a pitcher to remove pulp and seeds.
- Chill: Refrigerate for about 2 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg