Berry-Lime Liquado

Are the berries in your fridge looking sad? Buzz them up in the blender for a refreshing Mexican-style agua fresca.

Hot summer days call for refreshing drinks. Whip up these family- and figure-friendly sips for a sweet way to cool down.  

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups strawberries
• 1 1/2 cups blueberries
• 1 cup ice
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons agave nectar or sugar
• Garnish: fresh mint

Preparation

Purée strawberries and blueberries in a blender. Place in a fine mesh sieve over a bowl, and strain juice into bowl; discard seeds and pulp. Rinse blender, pour in juice and blend with 1 cup ice, 1 cup water, lime juice, and agave nectar or sugar. Serve over ice, and garnish with mint.

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