Refreshing Summer Aqua Fresca
The Agua Fresca combines multiple ingredients that not only a drink you will want to keep in rotation all summer long, but one that does a body good. Watermelon contains some of the same healthy red pigments found in red wine, gingerol which is a natural compound that gives ginger its zing as well as anti-inflammatory properties, and finally lemon juice boosts the uptake of these healthy compounds in the stomach, improving their distribution throughout the body. Enjoy!
Serves: 4
Serving Size: 4 cups
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
4 large slices of watermelon (remove seeds, rind and chop)
8 oz Pomegranate juice
1 tsp cracked black pepper
1 tbs chopped fresh ginger
1/2 tbs chopped fresh rosemary
Preparation Steps:
1.) In a food processor or blender add all ingredients and blend until smooth, for about 15 seconds
2.) Let chill and set in refrigerator for two hours
3.) Strain and serves as a refreshing beverage.