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Watermelon, cucumber and mint agua fresca

Recipe and photos by Pauline Stevens

Serves 4

  • 8 Watermelon slices
  • 1 medium cucumber peeled, half cut into cubes and half cut into slices for decoration
  • 1/3 c. mint leaves

PREPARATION

Cut watermelon slices into cubes and blend in a blender with ½ cup of water. Add the cubed cucumber and blend with watermelon mix. In a large pitcher, add mint leaves and slightly press. Strain watermelon and cucumber mix into pitcher. Serve with ice. Decorate with cucumber, watermelon and mint for an extra fresh look. Add lemonade for a delicious option.

About the Contributor

Beside her passion for photography, Pauline Stevens enjoys traveling and baking. She also visits every possible farmers market, even between frequent visits to NYC where her quadruplet sons live. Follow her store on IG @redbirdshouse

About the Contributor