Gelatin Free Watermelon Mint Cubes
Few things hit harder on a hot day than cold, juicy watermelon, and this version takes it somewhere genuinely special. A quick lime-honey dressing — just fresh juice, zest, honey, and a pinch of sea salt — brings out the natural sweetness of the fruit while adding a bright, tangy edge. Torn fresh mint scattered throughout gives every bite an herby lift that makes the whole bowl feel almost fancy. Many fruity desserts and chilled treats sneak in thickeners or setting agents that can be hard to spot on a label, but this one is completely clean — just whole, recognizable ingredients with zero hidden additives. A short rest in the fridge lets everything meld together beautifully, so the flavors are deeper and more cohesive than a simple fruit salad. It works just as well spooned into individual cups for a party as it does eaten straight from the bowl with a big spoon.
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4 servings
- 6 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes (about ½ small watermelon)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, torn
- ⅛ tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Add the watermelon cubes to a large mixing bowl.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, lime zest, honey, and sea salt until the honey is fully dissolved.
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