Tangy and Sweet Aqua Fresca

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 4

Tangy and Sweet Aqua Fresca Recipe

by The Chefin Beverage

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Very Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 cups drinking water
	2 cups fresh fruit
	1/4 cup sugar
	2 teaspoons lemon juice or 2 teaspoons lime juice
	lime wedges ( to garnish ) or lemon wedge ( to garnish )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

16g

Fat

Tangy and Sweet Aqua fresca is a popular Mexican drink that is enjoyed year-round, but especially during hot summer weather. It is light and refreshing, making it the perfect drink to cool down on a hot summer day. The drink is made with fresh fruit, sugar, and water, and it is blended until smooth before being chilled in the refrigerator. In addition to being delicious, Tangy and Sweet Aqua fresca offers many health benefits, such as promoting healthy hydration, boosting the immune system, and providing essential nutrients.

Instructions

1.	Rinse and chop the fresh fruit into small pieces and add the pieces to a blender along with drinking water.
2.	Pulse the blender on high for several seconds until the mixture becomes smooth and homogeneous.
3.	Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove any pulp.
4.	Stir in the sugar and lemon or lime juice.
5.	Taste-test the mixture and add more sugar or juice, as needed.
6.	Chill the aqua fresca in the refrigerator for about an hour before serving.
7.	Serve with lime or lemon wedges for garnish.

PROS

Tangy and Sweet Aqua fresca is easy to make, refreshing, and low in calories.

The drink provides an excellent source of essential vitamins and minerals from fresh fruits.

CONS

One downside to the aqua fresca is that it can be high in sugar, which may not be suitable for people with high blood sugar levels.

Also, the lack of fiber due to its straining can increase the amount of sugar entering the bloodstream quickly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tangy and Sweet Aqua fresca is an excellent source of vitamins A and C, potassium, and hydration. The drink has antioxidant properties that help boost the immune system and improve digestion giving you lots of energy in your daily activities.