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Papaya and Cilantro Agua Fresca

Cool Down with Papaya and Cilantro Agua Fresca Bliss

Enjoy a refreshing Papaya and Cilantro Agua Fresca, a low-calorie drink that combines tropical flavors for guilt-free summer hydration.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Ripe Papaya Peeled and cubed
  • ¼ cup Fresh Orange Juice Can substitute with lemon juice
For the Herbaceous Touch
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Cilantro Finely chopped
For Sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Adjust according to sweetness
For the Finish
  • 1 pinch Fine Salt
To Blend
  • 2 cups Water

Equipment

  • blender
  • Fine-mesh sieve
  • Pitcher
  • Measuring cup

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Gather and prepare ingredients. Peel and cube 2 cups of ripe papaya. Finely chop 1 teaspoon of fresh cilantro, and squeeze ¼ cup of fresh orange juice.
  2. Blend the Mixture: In a blender, combine the cubed papaya, chopped cilantro, fresh orange juice, sugar, and water. Blend on high for about 30-45 seconds until smooth.
  3. Strain the Mixture: Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher. Press down to extract liquid, discarding the pulp.
  4. Season to Taste: Add a pinch of fine salt to enhance sweetness and flavors. Stir gently and adjust sweetness if necessary.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Fill glasses with the chilled agua fresca and garnish with whole cilantro leaves. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 1125IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill the agua fresca for at least an hour prior to serving for best results.

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