No-Bake Chilled Watermelon and Mint Granita

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A refreshing icy dessert made with pureed watermelon and fresh mint, perfect to cool off on a hot summer day. This Italian-inspired summer cookout recipe (vegetarian, gluten free), ready in about 10 minutes, pairs seedless watermelon, fresh mint leaves, granulated sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 70 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 6 Italian cuisine 70 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a blender, combine 4 cups cubed seedless watermelon, 1/4 cup packed fresh mint leaves, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1/4 cup cold water. Blend on high for 1-2 minutes until completely smooth and fragrant with mint.
  2. Step 2: Pour the watermelon mixture into a shallow metal or glass baking dish, about 9x9 inches, and place it uncovered in the freezer.
  3. Step 3: Every 30 minutes for about 3 hours, use a fork to scrape and break up the ice crystals that form, creating a fluffy, granular texture. Continue until the entire granita is frozen and flaky.
  4. Step 4: Scoop the chilled granita into serving glasses or bowls and garnish with a few fresh mint leaves for a bright, cooling summer treat.

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