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Agua de Melón Recipe (Cantaloupe agua fresca)

This agua de melón features the world's sweetest cantaloupe from Pecos, TX for a delicious cantaloupe agua fresca.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Latin American, Mexican, Southwest
Keyword: 15 minute, 30 minutes or less, agua fresca, drinks, easy, plant-based, vegan, vegetarian
Servings: 6 cups

Equipment

  • 1 Blender

Ingredients

  • 1 large cantaloupe Pecos cantaloupe, if available
  • ½ cup sugar Consider sugar alternatives per preference. Adjust amount to taste.
  • 4-5 cups water depending on your desired consistency
  • 1 tbsp Salt or Tajin optional for the rim of your glass

Instructions

  • Cut two flat ends on opposite sides of the cantaloupe.
  • Use a knife to remove the peel from the fruit.
  • Cut the cantaloupe in half and use a large spoon to remove the seeds. You may need to scrape the sides of the cavity.
  • Slice the cantaloupe in wedges and then into cubes so that they will fit in your blender.
    Ingredients needed for agua de melon agua fresca recipe, including fresh cantaloupe and sugar.
  • Blend the cantaloupe with water and sugar. Add additional sugar to taste.
    cantaloupe, water, and sugar in the blender for cantaloupe agua fresca.
  • Add salt or Tajin to the rim of your glass. Serve over ice or refrigerate for later use.

Notes

Editor's note: As dietitians, we recommend you don't strain the agua de melón to maintain the fiber content. But if you would like a thinner texture, go ahead and strain the drink immediately before serving.