Refreshing Crushed Watermelon Granita: A Healthy Summer Treat
4 hours 20 minutes
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About Refreshing Crushed Watermelon Granita: A Healthy Summer Treat
Escape the scorching summer heat with the icy bliss of crushed watermelon granita! This vibrant, frozen treat is the ultimate refreshment, bursting with the sweet, juicy flavor of ripe watermelon.Transforming summer's favorite fruit into a delightful granita is surprisingly simple. With minimal effort, you can create a naturally sweet and hydrating dessert or snack.A touch of salt enhances the watermelon's natural sweetness, elevating this healthy treat to a whole new level of deliciousness. Trust us, everyone will love this refreshing escape!
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Recipe Time & More
Prep4 hours 20 minutes
Total4 hours 20 minutes
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 Watermelon
- 1/8 tsp Salt optional
Instructions
- Remove the rind from the watermelon and cut it into chunks. Discard any seeds.
- Purée the watermelon chunks in a blender until smooth. A blender effectively breaks down the watermelon, creating a uniform consistency for the granita.
- Strain the puréed watermelon through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any remaining pulp or seeds. This ensures a smooth, icy texture.
- Stir in salt, if desired. Salt enhances the sweetness of the watermelon and balances the flavor.
- Pour the watermelon juice into a shallow freezer-safe container. A wider surface area allows for quicker freezing and even ice crystal formation.
- Freeze for at least 4 hours, or until solid. Freezing the watermelon juice transforms it into a solid block of ice.
- Use a fork to scrape the frozen watermelon into ice crystals. Scraping creates the perfect granita texture—light, fluffy, and easy to eat.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing treat! For a fun presentation, serve the granita in chilled glasses or bowls.
Recipe Notes
Good To Know
- This recipe uses fresh juice and is zero fat, zero calorie, and zero carb.
Expert Tips
- For a sweeter juice, use a ripe and seedless watermelon. Look for one that feels heavy for its size.
- If you don't have a juicer, you can blend cubed watermelon and then strain it through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the pulp.
- Adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding a touch of simple syrup or honey.
Storage Instructions
- Store leftover watermelon juice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For best quality, consume the juice within 24 hours.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 675kcalCarbohydrates: 170gProtein: 14gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 42mgPotassium: 2520mgFiber: 9gSugar: 140gVitamin A: 12803IUVitamin C: 182mgCalcium: 158mgIron: 5mg
Geeta Biswas
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This looks so tasty! Thank you.
So delicious! Excited to make it.
Great recipe! I’m eager to try it.