Two ingredients make this Watermelon Lime Sorbet, an easy and healthy treat that everyone will love – vegan, paleo, dairy free, gluten free, and sweetener free!
Check out the video to see how easy it comes together!
It is officially hot here. I looked at the forecast on my phone the other day and it said 100+ degrees for the next week. I think it is supposed to hit 107 one day.
Thank goodness for air conditioning. True story – my parents still don’t have AC. They live outside Philly, but it still gets hot there.
One thing that people always think of in the summertime is watermelon. I was never a huge fan of watermelon growing up. Honestly I think it was because my mom never bought it because she doesn’t really like it that much.
So we never really had it in our house. I also didn’t like watermelon flavored things – candies, water ice, popsicles… – they were always too sweet or artificial tasting to me.
Micheal on the other hand is a huge fan of it. I think it might be his favorite fruit, at least he acts like it when we have one. The kid eats it up. Buying it for him has turned me into a pretty big watermelon lover.
Especially if you get lucky with a really sweet one, it’s so good. It has a pretty good nutritional profile as well (find out more here) for being mostly water.
This watermelon lime sorbet is so simple to make. It only takes 2 ingredients and a little patience. The watermelon is frozen to make ice like consistency, leaving out the artificial flavorings. I added some lime for a little kick and to help the blending process.
You will need a high powered blender (I love my Vitamix!) or food processor. You can also just wait for the frozen watermelon to thaw a little for an easier blending process.
If you are waiting for them to thaw some and you try one, be warned – frozen watermelon is addicting. Since making this recipe a few times, it has become one of my favorite snacks. I bought a huge watermelon the other day, cut it up, and froze half of it just for snacking.
Make sure to check out the video at the top of the page to see how easy this recipe comes together!
Watermelon Lime Sorbet
ingredients
- 5 heaping cups cubed watermelon (about 750 grams)
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- pinch of sea salt (optional)
instructions
- Place cubed watermelon on a parchment lined baking sheet or plastic cutting board and freeze for 5 hours, or until frozen.
- Place lime juice, frozen watermelon*, and sea salt (if using) in a Vitamix or high powered blender or food processor. Blend until watermelon is broken down into shaved ice type consistency.
- Enjoy!
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Alisha says
This was super easy to make and very delicious! The frozen watermelon can be a little difficult to blend, so I definitely recommend a high quality one like a Vitamix and the dampener to get it done. I recommend blending it, then refreshing in a container before scooping it out. A perfect refreshing and healthy summer dessert!!
Kelly says
So glad you liked it Alisha! The high-power blend definitely does help. Thank you for trying it!
Ludy Rodriguez says
Thank you for such a refreshing recipe! My husband already made it three times in a week period.
Kelly says
So glad you both liked it so much Ludy! Thanks for trying!
Nicole Signore says
Loved this refreshing recipe! It was even better the second day. It froze solid but I used an ice cream scoop to make a watermelon sorbet snow cone! Yum!
Kelly says
YUM! Love that idea! Glad you enjoyed it Nicole!
Kerry says
Thank you for this recipe! It’s so simple and refreshing! The lime juice added the perfect amount of zing. My whole family really enjoyed this watermelon sorbet.
Kelly says
So glad everyone loved it Kerry! Thank you for trying it!
Dad says
Looks sooo refreshing and it’s hot as he— here
Kelly says
It’s so good – would be good with any frozen fruit too!
Denise says
Is this something that can be made ahead of time and frozen?
Kelly says
Yep! It will freeze in one solid block (or whatever you are freezing it in), but just let it thaw out in the fridge and then blend it again. The blending it again will give it the same consistency as when you first make it. You could even freeze it in smaller containers for individual portions. Hope you enjoy!
Tiffany says
This looks soooooo good! Think a food processor would work? I really should get a blender haha!
Kelly says
Yes it definitely will!! You can even let the watermelon sit of a couple minutes so it isn’t rock solid before you process it. And yes, my Vitamix is my most used kitchen gadget!
Tiffany says
Update: It worked and is so refreshing!!
Kelly says
YAY!! So glad it worked and you liked it! Thanks for trying Tiffany 🙂
jess larson | plays well with butter says
looks SO refreshing, kelly!!! perfect summer recipe, & i love how simple it is to throw together! giving it a try – chris would love this! xx
Kelly says
Thanks Jess!! It really is so simple! I’m even thinking you could add a little alcohol for a fun summer treat haha!
Corrinne Minucci says
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