Description
Pineapple agua fresca is a refreshing tropical beverage that captures the essence of summer in every sip. With its vibrant flavor from fresh pineapple and zesty lime, this drink is perfect for quenching your thirst on hot days. Easy to prepare, it’s an ideal addition to gatherings or a solo treat while lounging in the sun. Savor the delightful sweetness and enjoy the cool, revitalizing experience that this agua fresca offers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh pineapple chunks (about 1 medium pineapple)
- 3 cups cold water
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2–4 tablespoons agave syrup or sugar (to taste)
- Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the pineapple by cutting off the top and bottom, peeling the skin, and removing any eyes. Cut into chunks.
- In a blender, combine pineapple chunks and cold water. Blend until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher if desired; press down with a spatula to extract all liquid.
- Stir in lime juice and sweetener until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving over ice. Garnish with mint leaves.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg