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Agua de Papaya (Papaya Agua Fresca)

by Gemma Aguayo-Murphy
This refreshing agua de papaya is made with ripe papaya, fresh lime juice, water, and a lightly sweetened honey simple syrup for a smooth and tropical Mexican drink. Papaya gives this agua fresca an almost creamy texture, while lime brightens and balances the flavor.
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 8
Calories 94 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups fresh papaya, peeled and cubed
  • 6 cups cold filtered water divided
  • 1 lime
  • honey simple syrup or preferred sweetener to taste

Honey Simple Syrup (Optional but Recommended)

  • ¾ cup honey
  • 1 cup water

Instructions
 

  • If making the honey simple syrup, combine the honey and 1 cup water in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir until the honey dissolves completely. Do not boil. Let cool completely.
  • Add the papaya, 3 cups cold water, and lime juice to a blender. Blend until smooth.
  • Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher.
  • Stir in the remaining 3 cups cold water.
  • Sweeten to taste with honey simple syrup or your preferred sweetener.
  • Serve over ice or refrigerate until chilled.

Notes

  • Papaya naturally creates a thicker, creamier agua fresca than many other fruits.
  • For a thinner consistency, strain the mixture a second time or use cheesecloth or a nut milk bag.
  • The sweetness will vary depending on how ripe your papaya is.
  • This agua fresca may thicken or separate slightly as it chills. Stir well before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 94kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 1gSodium: 6mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 950IUVitamin C: 32mgCalcium: 16mgIron: 0.3mg
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