Description
Cool off with a refreshing Dragonfruit Agua Fresca, a vibrant and tropical drink perfect for summer days. This easy-to-make beverage combines the exotic flavors of dragonfruit with a hint of lime for a delightful and hydrating treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Dragonfruit Agua Fresca:
- 2 cups dragonfruit (pitaya) flesh, fresh or frozen
- 4 cups cold water
- 2–3 tbsp honey, agave syrup, or sugar (adjust to taste)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Ice cubes for serving
Optional Garnish:
- Lime slices
- Mint leaves
Instructions
- Scoop Dragonfruit: Scoop dragonfruit flesh into a blender.
- Blend Ingredients: Add cold water, sweetener, and lime juice. Blend until completely smooth.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Strain (Optional): For a smoother drink, strain through a fine mesh sieve.
- Serve: Pour over ice in glasses and garnish with lime slices or mint leaves. Serve chilled.
Notes
- Both pink and white dragonfruit work, but pink will yield the most vibrant color.
- This drink is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- For a sparkling version, replace half the water with chilled club soda just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
