Watermelon Agua Fresca

This refreshing summertime drink features watermelon and lemon. Simple variations can be made using other citrus and fresh herbs to make this drink even that much more unique!

Ingredients

• 4 cups (600 g) watermelon, chopped
• 1 each (1 each) lemon [or lime], ends trimmed and discarded, remainder cut into 4 equal slices (between 1/4 and 1/2 inch thick)
• 2 cups (260 g) ice cubes, plus additional as needed for serving

Directions

1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
2. Run the Muddle Program or start the blender on its lowest speed, then increase to its highest speed. Blend for 40 seconds, using the tamper to push ingredients toward the blades.
3. Serve over extra ice if desired.

Notes

Both lemons and limes work equally well in this recipe. Just be sure to use the tamper to get things started. Using the Aer Disc container muddles the ingredients to get a refreshing summertime drink.

Nutrition

1 serving (306g)

• Calories: 70

• Total Fat: 0.3g

• Total Carbohydrate: 17g

  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 13g

• Protein: 1g

• Cholesterol: 12.4mg

• Sodium: 4.6mg