Description
Mango Chili Agua Fresca is a vibrant and refreshing drink that perfectly blends the sweetness of ripe mangoes with a spicy kick from chili powder and zesty lime. Ideal for summer gatherings or as a delightful pick-me-up, this simple beverage will transport you to a tropical paradise with every sip. Enjoy it chilled over ice, garnished with fresh mint or lime slices, making it the perfect thirst quencher for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe mangoes (about 2 cups diced)
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (from about 4 limes)
- 2 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups filtered water
- 1–2 tbsp honey or agave syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and chop the mangoes into cubes.
- In a blender, combine diced mangoes, lime juice, chili powder, and filtered water. Blend until smooth.
- Taste the mixture; add sweetener if desired and blend again.
- Optional: Strain through a fine mesh sieve for a smoother texture.
- Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving to chill.
- Serve over ice in tall glasses, garnished with lime slices or mint leaves.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg