Description
Crispy watermelon fries bring summer’s playful spirit to classic snacking with this refreshing Mexican-inspired treat. Coconut lime dip creates the perfect balance of sweet and tangy, making you want to savor each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Watermelon:
- 1 watermelon, rind removed and cut into long fry-like shapes
Seasoning:
- 2 teaspoons Tajin Classic Seasoning (or chili-lime seasoning)
Dip Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) coconut yogurt
- 1 lime (zest and juice)
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) coconut sugar
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant dipping sauce by whisking coconut yogurt with tangy lime juice, fragrant lime zest, and a touch of coconut sugar until smooth and well-combined.
- Slice watermelon into uniform, French fry-like sticks, ensuring clean and precise cuts for an appealing presentation.
- Transfer watermelon sticks to a chilled serving platter, creating an attractive arrangement.
- Generously dust the watermelon sticks with Tajin Classic Seasoning, ensuring an even and consistent coating for maximum flavor enhancement.
- Accompany the watermelon fries with the prepared coconut lime dip, positioning it conveniently for easy dipping.
- Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes before serving to achieve optimal temperature and heighten the refreshing qualities of the dish.
- Serve immediately to maintain the crisp texture and vibrant flavors of the watermelon fries.
Notes
- Tajin seasoning adds a zesty, tangy kick that perfectly balances the watermelon’s sweetness, creating a unique flavor profile.
- Chill watermelon in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before cutting to ensure crisp, clean sticks that hold their shape.
- For a low-sugar version, replace coconut sugar with stevia or monk fruit sweetener to reduce overall carbohydrate content.
- Try different seasoning blends like chili powder or smoked paprika for a personalized twist on this refreshing summer snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 96 kcal
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 242 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 1.2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg