Naturally sweetened, this refreshing drink by Healthy Nibbles & Bits makes for a hydrating tonic on a hot summer day. The antioxidants are also great for your hair and skin. Simply infuse water with watermelon and strawberries, add herbs of your choice, and let sit.
Ingredients
- 5 cups (500g) cubed watermelon
- 1 cup chopped strawberries
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 3/4 (180ml) cup unsweetened apple cider
- 2 cups (480ml) water
- ice cubes
- Optional garnishes
- lime slices
- cucumber slices
- mint leaves
Directions
Blend watermelon, strawberries, lime juice, apple cider and water until smooth. Taste for sweetness. Add more watermelon or apple cider if you want a sweeter beverage.
Serve the drink immediately or refrigerate it for an hour to let the flavors set. If you are refrigerating it, consider adding cucumber slices and a few sprigs of mint to up the flavor.
Serve agua frescas with ice and garnish with lime and cucumber slices or mint leaves. Refrigerate leftovers for up to three days.
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Serves: 4 | Serving Size: 1 1/4 cups
Per serving: Calories: 100; Total Fat: 0g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 9mg; Carbohydrate: 23g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 19g; Protein: 1g
Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 281mg; Iron: 3%; Vitamin A: 22%; Vitamin C: 68%; Calcium: 2%
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(via MyFitnessPal Blog)
