Cantaloupe Aqua Fresca with Beet Swirl
Cantaloupe Aqua Fresca with Beet Swirl is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Preheat oven to 425°F with rack in middle.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPreheat oven to 425°F with rack in middle.
Wrap beet in foil and put in a small 4-sided sheet pan, then roast until tender when pierced with a knife, 45 to 50 minutes.
Unwrap and let stand until cool enough to handle.
While beet roasts, purée cantaloupe, 3 cups water, lime juice, and 1/4 to 1/3 cup sugar (to taste) in 3 to 4 batches in a blender until very smooth, about 1 minute per batch.
Chill agua fresca until cold, about 2 hours.
Peel and chop beet, then purée with remaining cup water and remaining tablespoon sugar in cleaned blender until smooth.
Chill beet purée until cold, about 2 hours.
To serve, pour agua fresca over ice in tall glasses, then dollop 1 Tbsp beet purée on top of each drink, swirling it decoratively with a spoon.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.