Strawberry Mango Agua Fresca
This vibrant and refreshing Strawberry Mango Agua Fresca (or agua de fresa con mango) is a blend of sweet, juicy strawberries and rich tropical mangos. Lightly sweetened with honey and brightened with fresh lime juice, this Mexican drink is nourishing and delicious. Perfect for summer gatherings or a refreshing treat any time of day.
Equipment
- cutting board
- Knife
- Pitcher
- mixing spoon
Ingredients
- 2 ripe honey mangos (Ataulfo) or other ripe mango variety
- 1 lb strawberries
- 1 lime
- 6 cups cold water, divided
- honey simple syrup or sweetener of choice
Instructions
- Peel the mangos and remove the flesh from the pit. Chop mangos into chunks. Set aside.
- Soak the strawberries in a large bowl with vinegar and water to disinfect. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Remove the stems from the strawberries, then halve or quarter the strawberries for easier blending.
- Add chopped fruit, lime juice and 2 cups of water. Blend until completely smooth.
- For a smoother drink, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher.
- Stir in the remaining water.
- Taste and add honey simple syrup (or preferred sweetener) to your desired sweetness.
- Chill for 30 minutes to an hour or serve immediately over ice.
Notes
Honey Simple Syrup
- In a small saucepan, combine ¾ cup honey with 1 cup of water.
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Heat over medium-low, stirring occasionally, just until the honey fully dissolves. Do not bring to a boil.
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As soon as the honey dissolves, remove from heat and let cool completely.
Nutrition
Serving: 300gCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 17.6gProtein: 1.1gFat: 0.5gSaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 7mgPotassium: 234mgFiber: 2.7gSugar: 14.3gCalcium: 26mg
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