Description
A refreshing and naturally sweet Pineapple Strawberry Agua Fresca, perfect for a quick and healthy thirst quencher. This vibrant drink combines fresh pineapple and strawberries with a touch of lime and natural sweetener, blended to smooth perfection and served chilled.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks (about 1 ripe pineapple)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled
- Juice of 1 lime (freshly squeezed)
Liquids & Sweeteners
- 4 cups filtered water
- 2 tablespoons agave syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the fruits: Peel and chop the pineapple into chunks and hull the strawberries to get them ready for blending.
- Blend the fruits: Combine the pineapple chunks, strawberries, and freshly squeezed lime juice in a blender and blend until completely smooth.
- Strain the mixture: For a smoother texture, strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer to remove any pulp.
- Add sweetener: Pour in agave syrup or honey according to your taste preferences, then blend briefly to evenly incorporate the sweetener.
- Adjust consistency and chill: Add the filtered water to dilute the mixture to your preferred consistency. Chill the agua fresca in the refrigerator before serving for the best refreshing experience.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of agave syrup or honey depending on the sweetness of your fruits and your preference.
- For a pulp-free drink, straining is recommended but optional.
- This recipe can be easily doubled for more servings.
- Use ripe and fresh fruits for the best flavor.
- Serve over ice for an extra refreshing touch.
