Summer Melon with Basil-Mint Granita

Name: Summer Melon with Basil-Mint Granita
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 3 smalls melons, halved lengthwise, seeded, each half cut into 8 wedges (about 3/4 inch wide), peeled; 177 milliliters chopped fresh basil leaves; 177 milliliters chopped fresh mint leaves; 355 milliliters fresh lime juice; 2 Tbsps grated lime peel; 2 Tbsps thinly sliced fresh mint leaves plus 8 fresh sprigs for garnish; 177 milliliters sugar; 296 milliliters water

Summer Melon with Basil-Mint Granita requires around 45 minutes from start to finish. One portion of this dish contains around 1g of protein, 0g of fat, and a total of 95 calories. For 89 cents per serving, you get a side dish that serves 8. If you have water, basil leaves, mint leaves, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, fodmap friendly, and vegan diet. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for The Fourth Of July.

Instructions

Mix sugar, chopped mint, basil, and lime peel in medium bowl. Mash with wooden spoon until herbs turn dark green, about 3 minutes. Stir in lime juice and 1 1/4 cups water.

Ingredients you will need

Lime Juice