Description
Crispy watermelon “Watermelon Fries” deliver a playful summer twist on classic finger food. Sweet fruit meets tangy coconut lime dip, creating a refreshing tropical escape you’ll crave all season long.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small watermelon (seedless, or half of a large one)
- 1 pinch sea salt (optional)
- 1 lime zest (optional, for garnish)
- ½ cup coconut cream (canned, or thick part from chilled coconut milk)
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt)
- 1–2 tbsps honey (or maple syrup, adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp lime juice (fresh)
- 1 lime zest
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Watermelon Preparation: Trim the watermelon into uniform rectangular sticks resembling crispy french fries, ensuring each piece maintains a precise 1-inch thickness and clean geometric shape.
- Dip Creation: Harmonize coconut cream, yogurt, honey, lime juice, and lime zest in a mixing vessel, whisking ingredients until achieving a silky, luxurious texture with balanced tropical undertones. Season minimally with a delicate salt pinch to enhance flavor complexity.
- Presentation: Arrange watermelon fries artfully on a chilled platter, garnishing with additional lime zest or a subtle sea salt sprinkle. Accompany with the freshly crafted coconut lime dip, serving immediately to preserve crisp temperature and vibrant essence. Chill dip beforehand to maintain optimal consistency and refreshing profile.
Notes
- Pat watermelon sticks dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring crispier and more fry-like presentation.
- Freeze watermelon sticks for 15-20 minutes before serving to create a firmer, more refreshing texture that mimics traditional fries.
- Adjust dip thickness by adding more coconut cream for a thicker sauce or a splash of milk for a lighter, more drizzlable consistency.
- Swap honey with agave nectar for vegan option, or use Greek yogurt alternative for lactose-free version. Choose low-fat coconut cream for a lighter dip.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg