Cantaloupe Agua Fresca (Agua de Melon)
Cantaloupe Agua Fresca, or Agua de Melon, is the best way to beat the heat. It is a refreshing and light drink made with sweet, ripe fruit that screams summer.
Prep Time8 mins
Total Time8 mins
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6 -8
Calories: 96kcal
- 1 cantaloupe peeled and diced
- ½ cup sugar
- 6 cups water
- Ice
Add cantaloupe and sugar to the blender.
Using the back of a cooking spoon, strain the mixture.
In a large pitcher, add the cantaloupe mixture and water.
Stir to combine.
Taste for good measure.
Add ice.
Serve and enjoy!
Cantaloupe Agua Fresca lasts in the fridge for 3-5 days.
Cantaloupe Agua Fresca lasts in the freezer for up to 1 year.
For a Sugar Free Cantaloupe Agua Fresca: 1 teaspoon Stevia instead. Add more if desired.
Depending on the how sweet the cantaloupe is, you might not even need to add sugar. Taste before adding more.
Calories: 96kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 27mg | Potassium: 246mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 3111IU | Vitamin C: 34mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg