Gluten-Free Jicama Agua Fresca

Ingredients

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• 1 cup peeled and chopped jicama
• 1 cup water
• 0.5 cup fresh lime juice
• 2-3 tbsp agave nectar or simple syrup (adjust to taste) Shop
• 0.25 tsp pure vanilla extract Shop
• 1 cup ice cubes

Instructions

1. 1 Combine the peeled and chopped jicama, water, and fresh lime juice in a high-speed blender. Ensure the jicama is roughly chopped for easier blending.
2. 2 Add the agave nectar or simple syrup and pure vanilla extract to the blender. Start by adding 2 tablespoons of sweetener and you can add more later if needed.
3. 3 Add the ice cubes to the blender. Secure the lid and blend on high speed for about 60 to 90 seconds, or until the mixture is completely smooth and has a vibrant, slightly opaque appearance.
4. 4 Taste the agua fresca and adjust the sweetness by adding more agave nectar or simple syrup if desired. Blend for another 10 seconds to incorporate any added sweetener.
5. 5 Pour the refreshing jicama agua fresca into chilled glasses and serve immediately. Garnish with a lime wedge or a sprig of mint for an extra touch of freshness.

Nutrition (per serving)

Tips & Notes

• Peel jicama with a knife rather than a vegetable peeler, cutting away the papery skin and the fibrous layer just under it. That layer stays stringy even in a high-speed blender.
• Pick a jicama that feels heavy and firm with smooth skin. Light or wrinkled ones tend to be dry and starchy, which makes a chalky agua fresca.
• Pour the blended drink through a fine-mesh sieve if the blender leaves any grit. Choose a vanilla extract labeled gluten-free for the 0.25 tsp, since flavorings vary by brand.

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