Tomato-Watermelon Granita
If you’re in need of a dessert on a hot summer day, the last thing you want to do is turn on the oven. Enter the granita: a refreshing Italian treat (similar to shaved ice) that is made by hand—no fancy equipment required!—and scooped up with a spoon. Ripe, juicy watermelon makes a great base for a granita, and the addition of fresh summer tomatoes keeps it from being overly sweet. To ensure the final dish tastes light and fluffy (and not too icy) stir the mixture hourly as it freezes to incorporate any ice crystals that have formed.
Ingredients
6 cups chopped watermelon
2 cups chopped heirloom tomatoes
¾ cup water
½ cup honey
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
½ teaspoons kosher salt
basil sprigs
Nutrition
Calories 142
Fat 0g
Sat Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 166mg
Protein 2g
Carbohydrate 37g
Sugar 34g
Fiber 1g
Iron 1mg
Calcium 18mg
Directions
Process watermelon, tomatoes, water, honey, vinegar, and salt in a blender until smooth. Pour mixture into a 2-quart freezer-safe dish. Freeze until frozen, about 6 hours, stirring mixture thoroughly with a fork every hour to incorporate ice crystals. Serve in glasses. Garnish with basil sprigs.
Yields: 6 (serving size: about 1 cup)
