Agua Fresca (Fruit Water)

Name: Agua Fresca (Fruit Water)
Prep time: 10 minutes
Yield: about 4 cups
Ingredients: 2 cups peeled; seeded and coarsely chopped fresh fruit (try kiwi; strawberry; melon; pineapple) 1 to 2 Tablespoons lime juice 1 Tablespoon sugar or other sweetener (optional) 2 cups cold water Ice

Enjoy a refreshing and delicious blended drink made with your favorite fruit. Thanks to the Latin Heritage workgroup for this recipe.

Prep time: 10 minutes
Makes: about 4 cups
Nutrition Facts: View label

Ingredients

2 cups peeled, seeded and coarsely chopped fresh fruit (try kiwi, strawberry, melon, pineapple)
1 to 2 Tablespoons lime juice
1 Tablespoon sugar or other sweetener (optional)
2 cups cold water
Ice

Directions

Wash hands with soap and water.
Rinse or scrub fresh fruit under running water before preparing.
In a blender, puree fruit, lime juice and sugar until smooth.
Combine fruit mixture and water in a large pitcher. Stir well and pour into glasses over ice.
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and for up to 3 days.

Notes

If you like a smoother texture, strain some of the fruit mixture through a colander with small holes before adding water.
Try using peeled cucumber with 3 or 4 mint leaves.

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