Watermelon Refresher (Agua de Sandia)

Zap it up in a blender—which takes about 1 minute—and even the least-great watermelon turns into a slushy, foamy, cooling delight.

Courtesy of Ten Speed Press

This recipe is reprinted from “New Favorites for New Cooks” by Carolyn Federman. Published by Ten Speed Press. Copyright 2018.

Watermelon Refresher (Agua de Sandia)

Is it possible that watermelon is even better to drink than it is to eat? Zap it up in a blender—which takes about 1 minute—and even the least-great watermelon turns into a slushy, foamy, cooling delight. Agua de sandia, which means “water of watermelon,” is a type of agua fresca—a Mexican drink made of fresh fruit pureed with water—that cleverly uses ripe fruit to beat the summer heat.

You Will Need: Measuring cup, chef’s knife, small spoon, large serving spoon, blender