Summer Watermelon Refreshment

watermelon drinkWatermelon Agua Fresca!

Who doesn’t love a healthy, refreshing summer drink out by the pool or beach?!  I know I do!  Try out this delicious recipe and & enjoy!

Ingredients:

    • 8 cups cubed seeded watermelon, (about 6 pounds with the rind), divided
    • 1 cup water, divided
    • 1/4 cup sugar, divided (optional)
    • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
    • 1 liter (4 cups) club soda, or seltzer water, well chilled
    • Lime slices, for garnish

     

    Makes: About 10 cups

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PREPARATION

  1. Combine half the watermelon, half the water and half the sugar in a blender; puree. Pour through a coarse strainer into a large container. Repeat with the remaining watermelon, water and sugar. Stir in lime juice. Refrigerate until well chilled, about 4 hours.
  2. To serve, stir in club soda (or seltzer) and garnish with lime.

 

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