Lactose Free Watermelon Mint Cubes
Juicy, cold, and bursting with bright citrus and herbal freshness, this chilled watermelon dish is the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat all summer long. Every ingredient here is naturally free of dairy, so there's no swapping, substituting, or label-checking required — it just works. The lime-honey dressing comes together in seconds and does something almost magical to the watermelon, drawing out its sweetness while the zest and sea salt keep things lively and complex. Torn fresh mint adds a cooling, aromatic finish that makes each bite feel a little more special than a plain fruit bowl. A short rest in the fridge lets all those flavors meld together beautifully, so the patience is absolutely worth it. Serve it straight from the bowl at a cookout or spoon it into individual cups for a refreshing, no-fuss dessert that genuinely impresses.
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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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