Xanthan Gum Free Watermelon Mint Skewers
Sweet, juicy watermelon and cool cucumber come together on a skewer with fresh mint tucked in between, making every bite a little burst of summer. The honey-lime drizzle ties it all together with a bright, tangy sweetness that feels way more impressive than the effort involved. A pinch of flaky sea salt and optional chili powder take the whole thing from refreshing to genuinely crave-worthy — that sweet-heat combo is hard to resist. For anyone navigating thickener sensitivities, this is the kind of recipe that's naturally free of any additives or stabilizers because it simply doesn't need them — just real, whole ingredients doing all the work. It comes together fast, looks stunning on a platter, and is the kind of thing guests reach for before you've even set it down.
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4 servings
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes (about ¼ small watermelon)
- 1 medium english cucumber, sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 16 fresh mint leaves
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice (about ½ lime)
- ¼ tsp flaky sea salt
- ¼ tsp chili powder (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey and lime juice until combined.
- 2
Thread each skewer with alternating pieces: start with a watermelon cube, fold a mint leaf in half and slide it on, add a cucumber round, then repeat until each skewer holds 3 watermelon cubes, 2 mint leaves, and 2 cucumber rounds.
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