Watermelon, also called watermelon, is one of the most thirst-quenching fruits in summer. Composed of more than 92% water, it is low in energy. In case of strong heat or heat wave, watermelon can be eaten at any time of the day.
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flesh dewwhite, yellow or red depending on the variety, the watermelon invites itself to all summer meals. Low in calories, more or less sweet, with a high water content, the watermelon will quench and refresh the body. To consume without moderation. Here are some recipes to hydrate while enjoying watermelon.
Watermelon and tomato cocktail
Here is the recipe for a cocktail without alcohol which will combine the acidity of the tomato and the sweetness of watermelon:
- remove the skin and seeds from a slice of watermelon;
- cut large pieces that you will place in a blender ;
- add two large tomatoes without skin, a spoonful of Honey as well as a piece of ginger costs ;
- the cocktail is ready to be served with an ice cube, a leaf of mint and a straw.
Tip: for a creamier cocktail, you can add 20 cl of coconut milk.
Aperitif toast
Sandwiches are always welcome for a quick and original meal. For example, you can combine watermelon, cream cheese and cucumber :
- cut thin slices or spaghetti from cucumber ;
- with a hollow spoon, cut watermelon balls;
- take a few slices of country bread through the toaster;
- spread them with fromage frais, top with cucumber spaghetti and watermelon balls;
- add a drizzle of olive oil and balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper and enjoy.
Note: to prepare meal sandwiches, add a few pieces of country ham.
watermelon granita
As a snack or as an aperitif, the iced and fruity granita is a great classic for cooling off:
- remove the skin and pits from a slice of watermelon;
- cut it into pieces and put them in a blender;
- once the pieces of watermelon have been mixed, add the juice of a lemon as well as 100 g of icing sugar;
- arrange the mixture in a salad bowl and place it in the freezer for three to four hours;
- using a fork, scrape the large ice cube to make a granita, according to your needs;
- present it in a glass with a small piece of watermelon or a ball of watermelon as well as a mint leaf or a slice of lemon for the decorative touch.
You can also serve a little granita to accompany a salad of raw ham, mozzarella and rocket.
Fresh skewers
Quick and easy to make, fruit and vegetable skewers are always a real success:
- prepare pieces of watermelon and use mozzarella balls;
- on small peaks woodplace a piece of watermelon, a ball of mozzarella, a piece of raw ham then a Cherry tomato ;
- make as many skewers as needed;
- serve them plain or season them with salt and pepper before enjoying them.
Note: also consider the dessert skewers by combining watermelon with pieces of melonofpineappleofapricotof nectarine or of banana. For the greediest, pour a drizzle of melted chocolate before eating them.
watermelon sorbet
Add even more freshness to the watermelon by preparing a fruity sorbet:
- remove the skin and seeds from a piece of watermelon;
- cut it into pieces and put everything in the blender;
- once the pulp has been mixed, add the juice of a lemon and two tablespoons of powdered sugar;
- mix everything;
- place the mixture in an ice cream maker and let it churn for the time indicated;
- take out the sorbet just before tasting it and serve it with small biscuits.
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