Refreshing Healthy Watermelon Basil Agua Fresca Recipe Without Sugar
A quick and easy sugar-free agua fresca made with fresh watermelon, basil, lime juice, and water. This refreshing drink is perfect for hot days and offers a natural, clean flavor without any added sugars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups (about 600 grams) cubed seedless watermelon
- 10–12 fresh basil leaves
- Juice of 1 medium lime (about 2 tablespoons or 30 ml)
- 1 to 1 ½ cups (240–360 ml) cold water
- Ice cubes (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Cut about 4 cups (600 grams) of seedless watermelon into cubes and chill if desired.
- Place the watermelon cubes and 10-12 fresh basil leaves into a blender. Tear basil leaves slightly to release flavor.
- Blend on high for 30-45 seconds until smooth and vibrant pink.
- Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a pitcher, pressing the pulp to extract juice (optional).
- Stir in the juice of 1 lime and 1 to 1 ½ cups cold water, adjusting water amount to taste.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or serve immediately over ice cubes.
- Optional: Muddle extra basil leaves in the glass before pouring for a stronger herbal flavor.
Notes
Do not over-blend basil to avoid bitterness. Straining is optional but recommended for a smooth texture. Adjust water amount based on watermelon sweetness. For a more intense basil flavor, muddle extra leaves in the glass. Store leftovers refrigerated up to 2 days; avoid freezing to preserve basil freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Calories: 55
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 2
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
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