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Watermelon Granita

Cold, fruity, and packed with fresh watermelon flavor, this Watermelon Granita is the kind of treat that disappears fast on a hot afternoon. With just a handful of simple ingredients and no cooking required, it comes together in the easiest, most refreshing way.
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Prep Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 118
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.3 kg watermelon cut into small cubes, most seeds removed
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 orange zest peeled and juice squeezed

Method
 

  1. Cut the watermelon into small cubes, discard the external layer, and remove as many seeds as possible.
  2. Place the chopped watermelon into a dish, tray, or tub and freeze until completely frozen.
  3. Peel a couple of strips of orange zest from the orange.
  4. Cut the orange in half and squeeze out the juice, measuring 1/3 cup.
  5. Add the frozen watermelon, sugar, orange peel, and orange juice into a blender or food processor.
  6. Blend the mixture until smooth.
  7. Pour the blended mixture into a tray, tub, or dish and freeze for at least two hours.
  8. Every 30 to 40 minutes, scrape and break apart the mixture with a fork until a crystalized shaved-ice texture forms.
  9. Serve and enjoy.

Notes

Store the granita in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months and scrape again before serving for the best texture. Serve as a refreshing dessert alongside light salads, grilled foods, or fresh fruit platters.