Gluten-Free Jicama Agua Fresca
By the Gluten Free Recipes team ·
The crisp, refreshing essence of jicama in this vibrant agua fresca, perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness and a smooth, invigorating texture. This delightful beverage is ideal for a light, cooling treat on a warm day.
At a glance: This easy drinks and smoothies recipe yields 2 servings in about 8 minutes (3 min prep, 5 min cook). It uses 6 ingredients — including peeled and chopped jicama, water, fresh lime juice — and walks through 5 steps. Updated . Browse more drinks and smoothies recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.
Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Jicama Agua Fresca: When preparing this drinks and smoothies recipe, exercise caution with all packaged ingredients, especially sweeteners and extracts, to ensure they are free from gluten. Cross-contamination can occur during manufacturing, so look for certified gluten-free labels In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.
Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Jicama Agua Fresca: This recipe is naturally free from gluten-containing grains. Always ensure any sweeteners or extracts used are certified gluten-free.
Ingredients
- 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)
- 0.25 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- 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
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
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
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
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.
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Tips & Notes
- Pure vanilla extract (not imitation) gives a much more complex, rounded flavor — worth the cost in simple recipes.
- Blend smoothies from frozen fruit for a thicker, colder result without diluting with ice.
- Make this ahead and refrigerate overnight for the best results.
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