Try this refreshing and nutritious Spinach Strawberry Agua Fresca recipe, perfect for hot summer days. Made with fresh spinach, ripe strawberries, and a hint of lime, this drink is packed with vitamins and antioxidants. It's easy to prepare and tastes incredibly delicious. Serve it chilled and enjoy the natural sweetness of the strawberries with a subtle earthy undertone from the spinach. This Agua Fresca is a great way to stay hydrated and enjoy the flavors of summer!
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup ripe strawberries
- 4 cups cold water
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey (optional)
- Ice cubes, for serving
Directions
- Wash the fresh spinach leaves thoroughly and remove any tough stems.
- Rinse the strawberries and remove the stems.
- In a blender, combine the spinach leaves, strawberries, cold water, lime juice, and honey (if using).
- Blend on high speed until smooth and well combined.
- Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more honey if desired.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any pulp or seeds.
- Chill the strained mixture in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Serve the Spinach Strawberry Agua Fresca over ice cubes in tall glasses.
- Optionally, garnish with fresh strawberry slices or mint leaves.
- Stir well before drinking and enjoy this refreshing beverage!
