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Watermelon Agua Fresca

Name: Watermelon Agua Fresca
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1.5 litres Cold water; 100 g Sugar to taste; 3 Limes; 1 kg Seedless watermelon cubes

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10 min (10 prep + 0 cook) Easy 8 servings Nacional

Edmond Bojalil

Recetas Mexas

Published: 24 Mar 2026 · Updated: 3 Jun 2026

Watermelon agua fresca with lime, Mexico's most popular.

About this recipe

Watermelon agua fresca is one of Mexico's most popular fresh drinks: blended watermelon with water, a touch of lime and sugar. Its vibrant red colour and natural sweetness make it a favourite across the country.

History & Origin

Watermelon arrived in Mexico from Africa via the Spanish in the 16th century and found ideal growing conditions in the Mexican climate. Watermelon agua fresca became a staple of fresh drinks due to the abundance and low price of the fruit.

Estimated cost

£18.36

Total cost

£2.29

Per serving

* Approximate prices based on UK supermarkets

Nutritional information per serving

Calories

0.5g

Protein

20g

Carbohydrates

0.1g

Fat

0.5g

Fibre

3mg

Sodium

* Approximate values. May vary depending on ingredients used.

Method

1
Remove the seeds from the watermelon and cut into large cubes.
2
Blend the watermelon with half a litre of water until smooth. Strain for a finer texture if desired.
3
In a large jug, mix the watermelon juice with the remaining litre of cold water, sugar and lime juice. Stir well.
4
Taste and adjust sweetness. Refrigerate and serve well chilled with ice.

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Edmond Bojalil

Founder, Recetas Mexas

Mexican from Puebla, IT professional and foodie. Author of 1000+ authentic Mexican recipes adapted for home kitchens worldwide. Based in Madrid since 2018.