Description
Crispy watermelon fries elevate summer snacking with this tropical twist. Coconut lime dip adds refreshing zest, making you crave these sweet, crunchy bites that bring playful beach vibes right to your plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Produce:
- 1 watermelon, rind removed and cut into long fry-like shapes (about 4–5 cups)
Seasonings and Spices:
- 2 teaspoons (2 tsp) Tajin Classic Seasoning
Dip Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) coconut yogurt
- 1 lime, zest and juice
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) coconut sugar (or to taste)
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant dipping sauce by whisking coconut yogurt with freshly squeezed lime juice and delicate lime zest, incorporating a touch of coconut sugar for subtle sweetness.
- Carefully slice watermelon into uniform, french fry-like strips, ensuring clean and precise cuts for an appealing presentation.
- Place watermelon strips on a chilled serving plate, creating an attractive arrangement that showcases their bright, ruby-red color.
- Generously dust the watermelon strips with Tajin Classic Seasoning, allowing the tangy, spicy seasoning to enhance the fruit’s natural sweetness.
- Refrigerate the prepared watermelon fries for 10-15 minutes to maintain their crisp texture and provide a refreshing temperature contrast.
- Transfer the coconut lime dip to a small serving bowl, positioning it alongside the watermelon fries for an elegant and inviting presentation.
- Serve immediately, encouraging guests to dip the chilled watermelon strips into the creamy, zesty coconut lime sauce for a delightful summer treat.
Notes
- Chill watermelon thoroughly before cutting to ensure crisp, clean fry-like shapes that hold their structure.
- Pat watermelon pieces dry with paper towels to prevent excess moisture and maintain a firm texture similar to traditional fries.
- Adjust Tajin seasoning intensity based on personal preference, using less for milder palates or more for a zesty kick.
- Experiment with alternative dips like mint yogurt or spicy mango sauce for diverse flavor combinations that complement the sweet watermelon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 260 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg