Cantaloupe Agua Fresca
Cantaloupe agua fresca is a refreshing drink made with ripe cantaloupe, lime juice, and a touch of sweetener served over ice with a sprig of fresh herbs. Best enjoyed on a hot summer day!
Ingredients
- 3 pound ripe cantaloupe melon see notes below
- 4 cups cold water
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1-2 tablespoons sweetener of choice optional, see step 2
Serving
- ice cubes
- fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prep cantaloupe. Cut the cantaloupe in half, scoop out the seeds and place the cut side down on a cutting board. Use a sharp knife to remove the thick skin. Cut the cantaloupe into chunks.
- Blend. Add half of the chopped cantaloupe to a blender along with half the water (2 cups) and 1 tablespoon lime juice. Blend on high until smooth. Taste and add 1 tablespoon of organic cane sugar, honey, etc., if needed and blend again. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- Strain. Pour the cantaloupe juice through a fine mesh strainer or a nut milk bag over a large bowl to remove the pulp. Compost or discard the pulp.
- Serve. Add ice cubes to a glass and pour the cantaloupe agua fresca over the top. Garnish with mint leaves if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
Cantaloupe: You'll need roughly 6 cups once the cantaloupe is cut.
See the blog post for step-by-step photos, helpful tips, and a make it your way section with substitutions & variations.