Watermelon Lime Bliss: Refreshing Summer Granita Recipe 🍉🍈

Watermelon and Lime Granita 🍉🍈

Overview:

Savor the delightful fusion of watermelon and lime in this easy-to-make Watermelon and Lime Granita recipe. Perfect for those scorching summer days, this frozen dessert offers a burst of refreshing flavors that will cool you down in no time. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can whip up a batch of this icy treat to enjoy with family and friends. Whether you’re lounging by the pool or hosting a backyard barbecue, this Granita is sure to impress with its vibrant taste and invigorating texture.

• Preparation Time: 4 minutes
• Cooking Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 9 minutes
• Servings: 6
• Calories per Serving: 121.8
• Dietary Information: Vegan, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy
• Recipe Category: Frozen Desserts
• Keywords: Dessert, Melons, Fruit, Australian, Summer, Freezer, Easy

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup caster sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/3 cup lime juice
• Zest of 1 lime (lime rind)
• 7 cups seedless watermelon, pureed

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Lime Syrup:

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   • In a small saucepan, combine the caster sugar and water.
   • Stir over low heat until the sugar has completely dissolved.

2. Boil the Mixture:

   • Bring the sugar and water mixture to a gentle boil.

3. Cook to Syrup Consistency:

   • Allow the mixture to simmer without stirring for approximately 3-4 minutes, until it reaches a syrupy consistency.

4. Add Lime Flavor:

   • Remove the saucepan from the heat.
   • Stir in the freshly squeezed lime juice and lime zest (lime rind).
   • Let the syrup cool to room temperature.

5. Puree the Watermelon:

   • Using a blender or food processor, puree the seedless watermelon until smooth.
   • You may need to work in batches depending on the size of your blender.

6. Combine Watermelon and Syrup:

   • Transfer the watermelon puree to a large mixing bowl.
   • Stir in the cooled lime syrup until well combined.

7. Freeze the Granita:

   • Pour the watermelon and lime mixture into a shallow metal pan, such as a cake tin.
   • Place the pan in the freezer and let it freeze for 3-4 hours.

8. Stir and Scrape:

   • Every 30 minutes, remove the pan from the freezer and use a fork to scrape and stir the mixture.
   • Continue this process until the granita has a shaved ice consistency.

9. Serve and Garnish:

   • To serve, scoop the Watermelon and Lime Granita into martini glasses or serving bowls.
   • Garnish with fresh lime slices for a decorative touch.

Serving Suggestions:

• For an elegant presentation, serve the granita in chilled martini glasses garnished with a sprig of mint or a twist of lime zest.
• Pair this refreshing dessert with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of coconut sorbet for added indulgence.
• Experiment with different fruit combinations such as strawberry and basil or pineapple and mint to create your own unique granita flavors.

Enjoy Your Cool and Refreshing Treat! 🌞🍧