How to Make the Perfect Agua de Betabel Beet Root Water
Mexican · Easy · 15 min · 4 servings
Agua de betabel is a stunning deep red Mexican beet agua fresca made with fresh raw beets blended with orange and lime for a vibrantly colored and antioxidant rich drink. This healthy beet water recipe is naturally sweet, earthy, and packed with nitrates that support cardiovascular health and athletic performance.
Why this recipe works
This Agua de Betabel Beet Root Water recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 15 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 70 calories with 2g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 5 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 3 medium fresh beets peeled and chopped
- 4 cups cold water
- 2 whole oranges juiced
- 1 whole lime juiced
- 2 tbsp agave nectar
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Beets
Peel the fresh beets using a vegetable peeler and chop them into small chunks. Wear gloves during this step as raw beet juice will stain your hands and cutting board intensely.
Step 2: Blend the Beet Water
Add the chopped beets, orange juice, lime juice, agave nectar, and 2 cups of cold water to a blender. Blend on high speed for 2 to 3 minutes until completely smooth and deeply colored.
Step 3: Strain into Pitcher
Pour the beet mixture through a fine mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth into a large pitcher to remove all fibrous beet solids. The resulting liquid should be a beautiful deep ruby red color.
Step 4: Dilute and Serve
Stir in the remaining 2 cups of cold water and adjust sweetness as needed. Serve immediately over ice garnished with a thin orange slice for a gorgeous presentation at any gathering.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- fresh beets → canned whole beets drained for a faster preparation when fresh beets are unavailable
- agave nectar → honey for a slightly floral sweetness that complements the earthy beet flavor
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Not wearing gloves when handling raw beets which causes stubborn deep magenta staining on hands that is very difficult to remove
- Blending without enough water which overloads the blender motor and creates an overly thick paste rather than a smooth drinkable agua fresca
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 70 calories, 2g protein, 16g carbs, 0g fat, 2g fiber.
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