Macadamia Free Watermelon Mint Cubes
Bright, juicy, and refreshingly simple, this chilled watermelon dish is the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat all summer long. The lime-honey dressing comes together in seconds and does something almost magical to fresh watermelon — it deepens the sweetness while adding a zippy, citrusy edge that keeps every bite interesting. Torn mint leaves bring a cool, herbal lift that makes the whole bowl feel light and lively. A pinch of sea salt might seem like a small detail, but it pulls everything together and makes the fruit taste even more like itself. After a quick rest in the fridge, the flavors meld beautifully and the watermelon gets perfectly cold and glossy. It's naturally free from nuts of any kind — no swaps or substitutions needed, just clean, whole ingredients doing all the work. Serve it straight from the bowl at a backyard cookout or spoon it into individual cups for a fuss-free, crowd-pleasing dessert.
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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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