Watermelon granita is made from fresh watermelon, lemon juice, and an hour and a half of patience. No ice cream maker, no cream, no steps to learn. Blend, freeze, scrape. That's it.
August 3rd is International Watermelon Day, if you need an excuse.
Watermelon Lemon Granita
A four-ingredient frozen watermelon granita, blended, frozen, and scraped into icy crystals with no ice cream maker needed.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs watermelon (700 g, rind and seeds removed)
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Blend the watermelon until smooth. Add the lemon juice, sugar, and salt, and taste.
Pour into a flat metal pan, about 12x8 inches (30x20 cm).
Freeze for one hour.
Remove and scrape with a fork from the edges toward the center. Return to the freezer.
Repeat the scraping every 45 minutes, at least three more times.
Serve immediately in chilled clear glasses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between granita and ice cream?
Ice cream gets churned, which incorporates air. Granita isn't churned at all.
Can I make this without a blender?
You can mash the watermelon by hand and strain it through a sieve.
Can I make granita without sugar?
Yes. If the watermelon is ripe and sweet, you don't need any sugar.
How many calories are in watermelon granita?
A serving of about 5 oz (150 g) has between 60 and 80 calories.
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