Artificial Flavors Free Watermelon Mint Granita
Few summer desserts are as refreshing or as visually stunning as a properly made granita, and this watermelon version absolutely delivers. Real, ripe watermelon gets blended and strained into pure juice, then brightened with fresh lime and a homemade mint-infused honey syrup — nothing synthetic, nothing from a packet. That syrup is the secret weapon here: steeping fresh mint leaves in warm honey water pulls out all the herbal fragrance without any of the artificial flavoring shortcuts you'd find in store-bought frozen treats. The whole thing freezes into loose, feathery crystals thanks to a simple fork-scraping technique that anyone can manage, no special equipment required. Every spoonful is light, icy, and intensely fruity in a way that only comes from using the real thing. Serve it in chilled glasses with a sprig of fresh mint on top and it looks like something from a restaurant menu, even though the ingredient list is beautifully short and clean.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
6 servings
- 6 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes (about ½ small watermelon)
- 3 tbsp honey
- ¼ cup water
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- 1 pinch salt
For serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the honey and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the honey fully dissolves, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and add the mint leaves. Let steep for 5 minutes, then strain out and discard the mint leaves.
- 2
Working in batches if needed, blend the watermelon cubes in a blender until completely smooth, about 30 seconds.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!