Agua de Guayaba
Learn how to make this quick and easy Mexican drink: agua de guayaba. This refreshing nonalcoholic drink is perfect for kids, parties, or Cinco de Mayo celebrations. Enjoy a glass of this agua fresca today!
Servings: 7 servings
Calories: 129kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound ripe yellow guavas 6-7 guavas
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 6 cups water
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice optional
Instructions
- Rinse the guavas, slice off each end from the fruit, then cut them in half.
- Place the halved guavas in a blender or food processor and add ¼ cup of the sugar and some of the water. Purée the guavas until smooth, adding more water if needed.
- Strain the purée with a mesh sieve to remove the seeds.
- Stir the water into the guava purée. Add more sugar to taste, and the lime juice if desired.
- Serve chilled or with ice. Refrigerate leftover agua de guayaba for up to 3 days.
Notes
- The guavas are ripe when they give slightly when gently squeezed.
- Be sure to strain out the seeds, as they are very hard to chew.
- Store leftover agua de guayaba in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 129kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 278mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 408IU | Vitamin C: 150mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg
