Watermelon-Berry Granita

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Watermelon-Berry Granita
45 min.
8
90kcal

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Welcome to a refreshing dessert experience with our Watermelon-Berry Granita! This delightful treat is not only a feast for the eyes but also a burst of flavor that perfectly captures the essence of summer. Imagine a sunny day, lounging with friends and family, and enjoying a light, icy dessert that cools you down while tantalizing your taste buds.

This granita is incredibly simple to make and features an irresistible combination of juicy watermelon and the sweet tang of strawberries. It's the perfect dessert for those following a vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free diet, making it a versatile addition to any gathering. Each serving has just 90 calories, so you can indulge without the guilt!

With a preparation time of only 45 minutes, and a few hours of freezing time, you’ll have a sensational dessert ready to impress your guests. The vibrant colors and refreshing flavors make it not only a delicious ending to any meal but also a fantastic centerpiece for your dessert table. Plus, its slushy texture is just what you need on a warm day! Pair it with a homemade Melon and Berry Compote to elevate this dessert to a new level. Get ready to savor each spoonful of this delightful watermelon-berry goodness!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • pinch salt 
  • large strawberries hulled ripe
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • cups watermelon seeded (from)

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • blender
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Working in batches, puree watermelon in blender until smooth. Return 4 cups puree to blender.
  2. Add next 4 ingredients. Blend until smooth.
  3. Pour mixture into 13x9x2-inch metal baking pan. Freeze until icy at edge of pan, about 45 minutes.
  4. Whisk to distribute frozen portions evenly. Freeze again until icy at edge of pan and overall texture is slushy, about 45 minutes.
  5. Whisk to distribute frozen portions evenly. Then freeze until solid, about 3 hours. Using fork, scrape granita down length of pan, forming icy flakes. Freeze at least 1 hour. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; keep frozen.)
  6. Serve with Melon and Berry Compote.
  7. Working quickly, scoop icy flakes into dessert dishes. Spoon compote alongside.

Nutrition Facts

Calories90kcal
Protein3.47%
Fat2.38%
Carbs94.15%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.09
Glycemic Load
15.9
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
3.0356521327858%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.06mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
0.84mg
Catechin
0.1mg
Epigallocatechin
0.03mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.61mg
Kaempferol
0.62mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:89.93kcal
4.5%
Fat:0.26g
0.4%
Saturated Fat:0.02g
0.15%
Carbohydrates:23.01g
7.67%
Net Carbohydrates:22.4g
8.14%
Sugar:20.98g
23.31%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:6.37mg
0.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.85g
1.69%
Vitamin C:14.21mg
17.22%
Vitamin A:757.4IU
15.15%
Potassium:158.24mg
4.52%
Magnesium:13.96mg
3.49%
Manganese:0.06mg
3.23%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.16%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.04%
Vitamin B5:0.3mg
3.03%
Copper:0.06mg
2.95%
Fiber:0.61g
2.44%
Iron:0.34mg
1.9%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.86%
Phosphorus:15.74mg
1.57%
Folate:5.55µg
1.39%
Vitamin B3:0.25mg
1.27%
Calcium:10.2mg
1.02%
Source:Epicurious