Description
Watermelon Granita is the ultimate summer dessert that combines simplicity with elegance. This refreshing Italian treat captures the essence of warm days and is incredibly easy to make, requiring just three ingredients: sweet watermelon, zesty lime juice, and sugar. Perfect for gatherings or a casual afternoon snack, Watermelon Granita boasts a vibrant color and icy texture that appeals to all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups seedless watermelon (cubed)
- 1/4 cup sugar (adjustable to taste)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Blend the cubed watermelon, sugar, and lime juice until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a shallow baking dish for even freezing.
- Freeze for about 2 hours.
- After 2 hours, rake the granita with a fork to aerate.
- Return to the freezer for another hour and rake again.
- Repeat this raking process one more time if desired.
- Serve immediately or store in the freezer until ready.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours (includes freezing time)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Choose ripe watermelon for optimal sweetness. Experiment by adding other fruits or flavors such as mint or orange zest for unique variations. Remember to adjust sugar according to your taste preference.