I love making beautiful food - but one of the downsides is that you sometimes have leftover "scraps". When I made these Melon, Mozzarella and Prosciutto Skewers I had beautiful melon balls .... and a lot of leftover melon pieces that were too small even for snacking. So I made a drink... Honeydew Mint Agua Fresca!
Ever had this problem with fruit or had fruit that was a little under or over ripe? If so this post is for you... make Honeydew Mint Agua Fresca!
Agua Fresca, in case you weren't aware, is a fruit drink popular in Mexico and South America. It is basically pureed fruit with a little water and sugar added to make a refreshing drink and it's a perfect way to use up those "scraps" or to use fruit that is just a little over or under ripe.
You can use just about any fruit or combine a couple of different ones - the possibilities are endless and the result? Gorgeous, delicious and nutritious - so what are you waiting for???
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Honey Mint Agua Fresca
(serves 4 -6)
- 4 - 6 cups honeydew melon pieces
- 1 cup water
- juice of two limes
- Mint Syrup
Mint Syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves, coarsely chopped
Directions:
To make mint syrup:
- In a medium saucepan combine the water, sugar and mint. Stir to dissolve sugar. Bring mixture to a boil over medium high heat. Turn off the heat and let steep for 20 minutes. Strain into a small jar. Mint syrup will last for two weeks in the refrigerator.
For Agua Fresca:
- Puree fruit in a blender. Strain through a sieve.
- Combine strained juice with water and lime juice. Add mint syrup to taste.
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Allison [Girl's Guide to Social Media] says
This drink looks so fresh!
Georgia Pellegrini says
This looks amazing, I'm definitely adding it to my summer drink list.
marla says
Nancy this is such a beautiful drink for summer. Gorgeous photo too, love that green color.
the urban baker says
I am so into "portion control" at this very moment. This needs to be a staple in my fridge this week. Looks so refreshing!
Nancy says
That completely makes two of us!!! With 5 parties this week it's gonna be challenging though!!!
Lucy Lean says
How delicious - and anything Minty has a thumbs up in our house! Could you add booze to this for a little extra something!?!!
Nancy says
I definitely think a little booze would be fabulous!!
cathy/ShowFoodChef says
Great idea and so perfect for summer. Liking Lucy's idea of adding "liquor" too, for a party.
Nancy says
Me too!!
Kate @ Savour Fare says
I love the honeydew and mint -- so refreshing! And such a refreshing color, too. All it needs is a smidgen of gin.
Nancy says
Gin, vodka, tequila, rum.. the possibilities are truly endless!!
Amanda says
And *I* love it when you make beautiful food. Gorgeous pic and recipe as always. 🙂
Nancy says
Awwww... thank you Amanda!!! Although my baking creations can't hold a candle to yours!!!
Kristen says
This looks sooooo refreshing! Love these beautiful pics.
Nancy says
Thanks Kristen!!! Had some this afternoon after my walk... definitely refreshing!
Maria says
Refreshing and beautiful!
Nancy says
Thanks Maria!
Sylvie @ Gourmande in the Kitchen says
What a refreshing drink! And I think I'll be making a large batch of mint syrup to add to all my summer drinks.
Nancy says
Hi Sylvie!!
I made a batch of mint syrup last summer and was surprised how much I used it - in lemonade, agua frescas and on fruit as well!
Divya Yadava says
I love the pictures, they are so vibrant - I can almost taste the drink!
Nancy says
Thanks Divya!! Wish I could send some through the monitor to everyone!
Cheri says
Mmmmm - i love aqua fresca's. Will have to try this one soon! Beautiful photo!
Nancy says
Thank you!! The honeydew and minto combo is pretty tasty if I say so myself!
Lori says
This is such a happy little summer drink. I could have used a couple of these while sitting around the pool today! Beautiful color.
Nancy says
Darn... wished we lived closer so I could have delivered some to you!!
Lentil Breakdown says
Ok, your photos are starting to scare me they're so good (scary good). Maybe it's time to go pro!
Nancy says
Awww... now that totally made my day!!! I would love nothing better!!!
Magic of Spice says
What a lovely way to use up those extra pieces of fruit 🙂
Nancy says
Thanks!! This has been a big hit with the teenagers!
sippitysup says
Such a sophisticated way to keep cool. GREG
Kim says
Hi Nancy -
Wonderful tip!!! As we get farther and farther into summer, I'll bet there will be PLENTY of opportunities to use up "scraps" of fruit for agua fresca.
Hope you're having a great summer!
[K]
Nancy says
All is good but just crazy/busy! I think I need a few "doctored" agua frescas!
Jen says
Great idea. The combination of melon and mint is perfect for these hot summer days. I'll try it with some leftover watermelon I have in the fridge.