Watermelon, Tequila and Lime Granita

Health Staff
Updated
This granita is a refreshing, low-calorie treat on a hot summer's day. For an extra layer of flavor, you can also serve this sip in a margarita glass with a salted rim.

Yields: Serves: 6

Prep Time time: 15 minutes

Total Time time: 4 hours

Ingredients

  • 10 cubed watermelon, from a 7- to 9-lb. ripe seedless melon

  • 1 lime zest

  • 1/4 fresh lime juice, from about 4 limes

  • 1/4 blanco tequila

  • 1/4 light agave nectar

  • Lime wedges, optional

Nutrition

calories 143

fat 0.0g

saturated fat 0.0g

monounsaturated fat 0.0g

polyunsaturated fat 0.0g

protein 2g

carbohydrate 31g

fiber 1g

cholesterol 0.0mg

iron 1mg

sodium 3mg

calcium 20mg

Directions

  1. Pour mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a 9-by-13-inch freezer-safe dish. Press with a spoon to extract as much juice as possible. Discard pulp.