Watermelon Basil Granita - Urban Meadow®

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Directions

#1. Chop & blend watermelon until smooth. Then add basil, lime zest, lemonade and lime juice. Stir until combined. #2. Pour mixture into a freezer safe dish, cover with a lid or plastic wrap and place into your freezer. Scrape mixture every 30-45 minutes with a fork – breaking up any crystals as they form. #3. Repeat this until granita is fully frozen, approximately 4 hours. #4. Serve immediately & enjoy! #5. Tip: Add a splash of tequila or rum for an adults-only version!

This refreshing watermelon basil granita is the perfect way to beat the heat! This treat is made with a handful of ingredients that you may already have on hand & is sure to please the whole family. Check out our recipe notes below for a fun adults-only twist!

Ready In: 4 hours 40 minutes

Cook Time:

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Serves:10 people

Ingredients

10-15 basil leaves, thinly sliced

2 cups lemonade

1 lime, zested & juiced

1 small watermelon, chopped (about 5 cups)

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Nutrition Facts

Recipe serves: 10 people

Serving size: 1