Lágrimas de la Virgen (Beet Cooler With Fruits)
A refreshing Mexican beverage made with fresh beet juice, mixed fruits, and romaine lettuce. This vibrant purple drink combines the earthy sweetness of beets with tropical fruits for a unique and cooling experience.
6 servings
2 hr 20 min
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Ingredients
- •4 whole red beets
- •8 cups water
- •1 cup sugar
- •1 small apple
- •1 whole banana
- •1 small orange
- •4 leaves romaine lettuce
- •1 whole lime
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Peel the beets. Cut them into chunks and pass them through a juicer.
10 min
- 2.
Combine the water and sugar in a pitcher and stir until the sugar has dissolved. Add the beet juice.
5 min
- 3.
Refrigerate until completely chilled. Add the apple, banana, orange, and lettuce, then stir in the lime juice (which will help prevent the fruit from browning). Serve chilled over ice, if desired.
120 min
- 4.
Alternately, divide the mixed diced fruit among the glasses; place the beet water in a pitcher for guests to pour over.
5 min
