By MaryEllen Zung

Try this cool refreshing summer drink for an afternoon pick me up.  All you need are the ingredients and a blender.

4 servings

Ingredients:

½ seedless watermelon (large)

1 cup filtered water

¼ cup mint leaves

2 Tbsp maple syrup (optional)

½ lime (sliced into wedges)

Directions:

  1. Slice watermelon into rounds and then into quarters. Slice off the rind.  Dice the watermelon and add to blender with water and maple syrup (if using), and blend.
  2. Divide mint and lime wedges into drinking glasses. Use a muddler or the end of a wooden spoon to mash them together.
  3. Add ice (optional) and pour watermelon aqua fresca into each glass.
  4. Stir to combine and enjoy!