Paleo Watermelon Mint Cubes
Few things hit harder on a hot day than cold, juicy watermelon, and this recipe takes it somewhere genuinely special. Fresh lime juice and zest bring a bright, citrusy punch, while a drizzle of honey deepens the sweetness without overpowering the fruit. Torn mint leaves add an herby, cooling finish that makes every bite feel refreshing and a little unexpected. A pinch of sea salt ties it all together — that classic sweet-and-salty contrast that keeps you going back for more. Everything here is whole, unprocessed, and completely in line with grain-free, dairy-free eating, so there's no label-reading required. A quick chill in the fridge lets the lime-honey dressing soak into the watermelon, making the flavors noticeably more vibrant than if you served it straight away. It's the kind of effortless, crowd-pleasing dish that looks like you put in way more effort than you actually did.
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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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