Strawberry Agua Fresca with Chili
Strawberry Agua Fresca with Chili is a refreshing Mexican-inspired drink that blends the natural sweetness of strawberries with a spicy kick from chili powder or Tajín. It’s a colorful, hydrating, and fun beverage perfect for warm days or festive gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 3 to 4 servings
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
- 3 cups cold water
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 to 3 tablespoons sugar or agave syrup (to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder or Tajín seasoning (adjust to taste)
- Ice cubes, for serving
- Optional garnish: lime wedges, strawberry slices, or chili-lime rim
Instructions
- In a blender, combine strawberries, water, lime juice, sugar, and chili powder.
- Blend until completely smooth.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or spice level as needed.
- Strain through a fine mesh sieve if you prefer a smoother drink.
- Serve over ice in chilled glasses.
- Garnish with lime wedges, strawberry slices, or a chili-lime rim if desired.
- Stir before drinking and enjoy cold.
Notes
- Use very ripe strawberries for the best natural sweetness.
- Adjust chili amount to your heat preference—start small and add more as needed.
- Optional straining creates a smoother texture, but is not required.
- Try a Tajín-rimmed glass for an extra pop of flavor and presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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