MELON AGUA FRESCA with Perla Dulce Melon | Recipe from Chef Victoria Love

sugar

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: fresh lemon juice

💰Cheaper: bottled lemon juice

Bottled lemon juice is more accessible.

Scrape out the seeds from the Pearl Dulce melon and save them.

Scoop the flesh of the melon into a bowl, including any water inside.

Put the melon flesh and seeds into a blender.

Add 4 cups of cold water to the blender with the melon.

Add 2 tablespoons of sugar to the blender.

Blend on high for about 2 minutes until most seeds are broken up.

If desired, add a handful of ice cubes for a colder drink (optional).

Strain the mixture to remove the seeds and pulp.

Serve the agua fresca in a glass.

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