Description
Blueberry Agua Fresca is a refreshing summer drink that bursts with the vibrant flavors of ripe blueberries and zesty lime. This light, hydrating beverage is perfect for warm days, making it an ideal companion for picnics, barbecues, or simply relaxing on your porch. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you can indulge in this delightful treat that captures the essence of summer in every sip.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 4 cups filtered water (divided into 2 cups cold and 2 cups for blending)
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/4 cup agave syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
- Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse blueberries under cool water and remove any stems.
- Blend blueberries with 2 cups of cold water until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl, pressing to extract as much juice as possible.
- Stir in lime juice and sweetener, adjusting for taste.
- Add remaining 2 cups of cold water, mix well, and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
- Serve over ice and garnish with mint leaves if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg