Watermelon Shaved Ice
A refreshing summer treat made from juicy watermelon and ice, perfect for hot days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 135 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups watermelon, cut into chunks
- Ice (cubed or crushed)
- 1–2 tablespoons sugar (optional)
- Fresh lime juice (to taste, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your watermelon: Slice into manageable chunks and remove any seeds.
- Blend it up: Toss watermelon in a blender and pulse until smooth.
- Freeze the mixture: Pour into a shallow dish and freeze for about 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes.
- Shave the ice: Scrape the frozen mixture to create fine shavings.
- Assemble and serve: Scoop into bowls, drizzle with lime juice, and garnish with mint or fruit.
Notes
For a tropical twist, add pineapple puree. For extra flavor, mix in diced strawberries or herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: watermelon, shaved ice, summer dessert, refreshing treat