Yellow Watermelon Agua Fresca
The following recipe and photography was provided by Christina Musgrave of Tasting with Tina.
Once you’ve tried this Yellow Watermelon Agua Fresca, you’ll want to sip it all summer long!
Sweet and seasonal yellow watermelon pairs perfectly with cucumber, lime, and just a tiny bit of sugar. Garnish with fresh mint and a lime wedge and you’ll have a refreshing drink that’s a guaranteed hit. These flavors make a family-friendly healthy juice that’s perfect for entertaining. Set out in a pitcher or pour into individual glasses and garnish. If you’d like, you can add rum or tequila for an adult beverage.
If you’ve never had yellow watermelon, now is the perfect time to grab this locally grown fruit from Heinen’s Produce Department! While the green outer rind might look the same as a red watermelon, this melon’s unique yellow flesh is known for its slightly sweeter honey-like flavor. It’s great for snacking or drinking, and this recipe is proof!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It’s naturally refreshing and lightly sweet. Yellow watermelon, cucumber, and lime create a crisp, hydrating drink perfect for a hot summer day. With the sweetness of the yellow watermelon and the cooling refreshment of cucumber, this is a drink you’ll just keep coming back to.
- It’s versatile for any crowd. While agua frescas are traditionally non-alcoholic, it doesn’t hurt to add a little kick! Enjoy it as a healthy, family-friendly juice or spike it with rum or tequila for a fun cocktail.
- It’s beautiful and easy to make. The vibrant color and fresh mint garnish make this drink as pretty as it is delicious, so it’s guaranteed to impress summertime dinner guests. Blend the fruit with a little water or use a juicer for more intense flavor. Either way, serve over ice and garnish with mint and lime wedges for a gorgeous glass of agua fresca!
Yellow Watermelon Agua Fresca
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 8 cups yellow watermelon (about ½ medium yellow watermelon), cubed
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 cucumber
- 1 cup water (if using a blender)
- 1 Tbsp. sugar
- Fresh mint, for serving
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Juicer Instructions
- Juice the watermelon, cucumber, and lime.
- Combine juices in a large pitcher. Add the sugar and stir.
- Serve immediately over ice. Garnish with fresh mint and lime wedges.
Blender Instructions
- Place the watermelon, lime juice, cucumber, and water in a blender. Blend until smooth, working in batches if necessary.
- Strain the watermelon mixture into a pitcher and discard the solids. Add the sugar to the pitcher and stir to combine.
- Serve immediately over ice. Garnish with fresh mint and lime wedges.
