Fat Free Watermelon-cranberry Agua Fresca

Submitted by Dancer

"Aguas frescas are popular fresh-fruit drinks in Mexico. Although water is a standard ingredient, this undiluted version is a thirst-quenching refresher whether accompanying spicy foods or sipped in the sun. Points 2."

 

• Ready In: 10mins
• Ingredients: 4
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 2 1⁄2 lbs seedless watermelon, rind removed and diced (about 7 cups)
• 1 cup fruit-sweetened cranberry juice (sometimes called cranberry nectar)
• 1⁄4 cup fresh lime juice
• 1 lime, cut into 6 slices

directions

1. Place the melon in a blender or food processor.
2. Process until smooth.
3. Pass the puree through a fine-mesh sieve placed over a bowl to eliminate the pulp and clarify the juice.
4. Pour the juice into a large pitcher.
5. Add the cranberry and lime juices and stir to combine.
6. Refrigerate until very cold.
7. Pour into tall chilled glasses and garnish each with a fresh lime slice.