Lime Ice on Watermelon

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Lime Ice on Watermelon
420 min.
8
248kcal

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Indulge your taste buds with the refreshing and vibrant Lime Ice on Watermelon, a perfect fusion of flavors that's sure to impress your guests at any gathering. This delightful recipe brings together the zesty brightness of fresh lime juice and the natural sweetness of juicy watermelon, creating a decadent yet healthy treat that is suitable for everyone, including those following a vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free lifestyle.

Picture a hot summer day, where the sun is shining, and the air is filled with laughter and joy. What better way to beat the heat than with a light and icy dessert that dances on your palate? The preparation is simple and rewarding; it starts with a sweet, tangy syrup made from fresh limes and sugar, infused with a hint of star anise for an exotic twist. Once frozen, this luscious lime ice is served atop crisp watermelon slices, offering a refreshing contrast that is as visually stunning as it is delicious.

Not only is this dish a treat for the senses, but it also boasts a mere 248 calories per serving, making it an ideal side dish for summer barbecues, picnics, or even casual dinners. Impress your friends and family by preparing this delightful Lime Ice on Watermelon, and watch as they savor each bite while feeling revitalized and refreshed!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar 
  • 1.3 cups lime 
  • 1.8 cups juice of lime fresh (10 limes)
  • 2.3 cups water 
  • 0.5  watermelon chilled cut into slices or wedges
  •  star anise whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sieve

Directions

  1. Boil sugars, water, and star anise, stirring, until sugars are dissolved.
  2. Pour syrup through a fine sieve into a bowl, discarding solids. Cool syrup.
  3. Stir in lime juice.
  4. Freeze in a 13- by 9- by 2-inch glass dish, stirring occasionally with a fork, until liquid is frozen and granular, about 6 hours.
  5. Serve lime ice on watermelon.
  6. Lime ice may be made 2 days ahead and kept frozen, covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories248kcal
Protein3.11%
Fat2.26%
Carbs94.63%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.72
Glycemic Load
41.57
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
7.9104348084201%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.16mg
Hesperetin
11.2mg
Naringenin
0.71mg
Luteolin
1.29mg
Kaempferol
1.27mg
Quercetin
0.33mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:248.17kcal
12.41%
Fat:0.69g
1.06%
Saturated Fat:0.06g
0.35%
Carbohydrates:64.87g
21.62%
Net Carbohydrates:63.04g
22.92%
Sugar:56.01g
62.23%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:7.95mg
0.35%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.13g
4.26%
Vitamin C:43.13mg
52.28%
Vitamin A:1635.84IU
32.72%
Potassium:400.19mg
11.43%
Magnesium:34.78mg
8.69%
Copper:0.16mg
8%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.82%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.48%
Fiber:1.83g
7.32%
Vitamin B5:0.72mg
7.23%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.53%
Iron:1.02mg
5.65%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.62%
Phosphorus:43.25mg
4.32%
Calcium:37.65mg
3.76%
Folate:14.98µg
3.75%
Vitamin B3:0.62mg
3.11%
Zinc:0.38mg
2.51%
Selenium:1.49µg
2.13%
Vitamin E:0.29mg
1.93%
Source:Epicurious