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Honeydew Melon Granita Chill

A refreshing frozen honeydew melon granita with lime and mint, perfect for hot summer days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Frozen Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Granita Base
  • 6 cups honeydew melon cubed
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1 tbsp lime zest
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 6 mint leaves fresh
  • 1 pinch sea salt
Optional Garnishes
  • mint sprigs
  • melon cubes

Equipment

  • shallow baking dish
  • fork
  • blender

Method
 

  1. Blend honeydew melon, sugar, lime juice, lime zest, mint, water, and salt until smooth.
  2. Pour mixture into a shallow baking dish and freeze uncovered for 30–40 minutes.
  3. Scrape frozen portions with a fork every 30 minutes until fluffy crystals form throughout.
  4. Serve immediately in chilled bowls with mint and melon garnish.

Notes

For best texture, scrape thoroughly during freezing and use fully ripe melon.