MSG Free Watermelon Mint Cubes
Few things hit harder on a hot day than cold, juicy watermelon — and this version takes it somewhere genuinely special. Fresh lime juice and zest bring a bright, citrusy punch, while a touch of honey adds just enough sweetness to make the whole bowl feel intentional rather than thrown together. Torn mint leaves weave through every bite, giving it that cool, refreshing lift that makes you want to go back for more. The short chill in the fridge is the secret step — it lets the lime-honey dressing soak into the fruit so the flavors meld into something way more than the sum of its parts. Everything here is whole, clean, and completely unprocessed, so there's zero guesswork about hidden additives or flavor enhancers sneaking into your bowl. It works beautifully as a light dessert, a summer side dish, or even a palate cleanser between courses. Simple, stunning, and endlessly refreshing.
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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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