Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with this fruity, non-alcoholic drink! Strawberry Watermelon Agua Fresca is a delicious drink for all ages.
What are your plans for Cinco de Mayo this year? Plan a fiesta with friends and cool of with this refreshing Strawberry Watermelon Agua Fresca recipe.
Today I’ve teamed up with a huge group of food bloggers to bring you lots of tasty recipes for Cinco de Mayo. Scroll down to the bottom of this post to find all the recipes. You’ll have plenty of inspiration for your party, from the main dish to dessert to drinks and more!
Agua fresca is a delicious beverage that is perfect for Cinco de Mayo. It’s non-alcoholic, so it’s great for parties with children in attendance or for those who don’t drink alcohol.
This drink is also super simple to make! All you have to do is put everything in a blender and then strain out the seeds before serving over ice.
How to Make Sugar Free Agua Fresca
You can make this drink sugar free, too! Instead of simple syrup, sweeten your agua fresca with agave nectar.
Find some fun glasses to serve your agua fresca in! Margarita glasses work great, but you can use whatever you have on hand.
Next, add a little fun with paper straws and paper umbrellas! Your guests will love sipping on this yummy agua fresca throughout your Cinco de Mayo party.
Strawberry Watermelon Agua Fresca
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with this fruity, non-alcoholic drink! Strawberry Watermelon Agua Fresca is a delicious drink for all ages.
Ingredients
- 2 cups watermelon, either seedless or with seeds will work
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
- Juice from 1 lime
- 4 cups water
- 1/4 cup simple syrup, or agave nectar for a no-added-sugar version
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in a blender and blend on high until all the fruit is liquified.
- Use a mesh strainer to strain the agua fresca into a pitcher. This will remove the seeds and any bigger pieces that didn't get blended all the way.
- Taste the agua fresca and add more simple syrup or agave nectar if desired.
- Add ice and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 98Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 12mgCarbohydrates: 25gFiber: 2gSugar: 21gProtein: 1g
The nutritional information provided on A Savory Feast recipes is an estimation, the exact values may change depending on the type and brand of ingredients you choose.
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Abby says
This looks amazing! I can’t get enough strawberry flavored anything lately, but I always forget about watermelon. I’m DEFINITELY making this soon!
Jenna Owens (@aSavoryFeast) says
You and me both! Strawberry is my favorite. I happened to have some watermelon in the house so I threw that in as well and it was a great choice!
Liz says
This looks super refreshing! I love watermelon drinks 🙂
Jenna Owens (@aSavoryFeast) says
It’s perfect for a hot summer day!
Elizabeth Mayberry says
Yum! so fun for summer!
Jenna Owens (@aSavoryFeast) says
Yes! It’s so refreshing on a hot day.
Rachel Kaly says
This looks delicious and beautiful! I love it when drinks get “foamy” on top like in your photo!
Jenna Owens (@aSavoryFeast) says
Me too! I was so happy with how the pictures came out.
Cristina says
This just looks so refreshing! That colour is gorgeous, and I’m soooo ready for strawberry season!
Jenna Owens (@aSavoryFeast) says
Here in Florida, our strawberry season is almost over. I’m milking it while I can!
Kristyn | Dash of Herbs says
This drink looks SO good and perfect for the summer. I will be making this, for sure!
Jenna Owens (@aSavoryFeast) says
It’s super refreshing! Enjoy.
Morgan Wieboldt says
Yum! My two favorite flavors! I can’t wait until it’s strawberry picking season in NJ!
Jenna Owens (@aSavoryFeast) says
You should definitely make this when you get some fresh strawberries!
Alexandra Shytsman says
Yum! I can’t imagine a drink that’s any more summer-appropriate. Sipping on a glass of watermelon-strawberry goodness – what’s more refreshing than that?
(I’d love to participate in future virtual recipe parties (not sure the technical term for it, haha) like this with this group of bloggers. How would I go about that? Thanks in advance!)
Jenna Owens (@aSavoryFeast) says
This drink is super refreshing, that is for sure! I think you will love it.
The best way to get involved with food blogger collaborations like this is to connect and make friends with other food bloggers. Here is one group I run that is a great way to connect. We occasionally do collaborations like this as well! https://www.facebook.com/groups/438788326304721/
Alexandra Shytsman says
Awesome! Thanks a ton, Jenna. I’ve filled out the app 🙂
Excited to join!
Jenna Griffin says
This looks SO yummy and refreshing! I want one right now!
Jenna Owens (@aSavoryFeast) says
I wish we could share a couple glasses of this agua fresca right now! It’s delicious.
Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh says
I love watermelon so much!! I’ve never had a drink with it, so I imagine that the watermelon and strawberry combo is amazing!
Jenna Owens (@aSavoryFeast) says
It’s so fruity and delicious! Perfect for a refreshing Cinco de Mayo drink.