Recipe of the Month: Watermelon Agua Fresca

Posted by Thorek Memorial Hospital | Jun 16, 2020 8:15:43 AM

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The perfect Summer drink recipe. This refreshing drink is made with fresh watermelon, lime juice and a little sugar. It is a very easy Summer drink to make, requires only a few ingredients, and can be enjoyed from the comfort from your own home. Say hello to Summer with Watermelon Agua Fresca.

Servings: 6

Ingredients: 

  • 8 cups seedless watermelon peeled, cubed
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar

Directions:

  • In blender, combine all ingredients. Blend for 2 minutes.
  • Strain through fine mesh sieve, or in cheesecloth-lined strainer.
  • Cover and chill. Whisk before pouring and serving.

Nutrition Facts:

  • Calories: 120kcal
  • Total Fat: 0.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Total Carb: 30g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 25g
  • Protein: 2g

Recipe and image courtesy of Aramark / Feed Your Potential 365.

Topics: healthy eating, healthy food, nutrition, recipe, diet

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Thorek Memorial Hospital has been providing quality, progressive health care to Chicagoans since 1911.

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