Description
Watermelon Fries with Strawberry Dip bring summer fun to snack time with crisp watermelon strips and a luscious strawberry sauce. Sweet meets refreshing in this playful twist that delights guests and makes ordinary desserts extraordinary.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 watermelon (seedless, medium-sized)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries
- ¼ cup sugar
Coating and Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
Dip Ingredients:
- ½ cup cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Equipment:
- Crinkle fry cutter
- High powered blender
Instructions
- Carefully divide the watermelon into two equal halves using a sharp kitchen knife.
- Slice each watermelon half into uniform circular discs approximately 1/2 inch (1.27 centimeters) thick.
- Bisect each watermelon disc through the center, creating two symmetrical semi-circular segments.
- Utilize a crinkle cutter to transform the watermelon segments into french fry-like strips, methodically cutting from one edge to the opposite side of each segment.
- Trim away any remaining rind, ensuring a clean presentation, and set aside for composting or other culinary uses.
- Arrange the crisp watermelon fries attractively on a spacious serving platter.
- In a high-performance blender, combine ripe strawberries, creamy vanilla yogurt, and golden honey.
- Pulse and blend the ingredients until achieving a silky, smooth consistency for the dipping sauce.
- Present the watermelon fries alongside the vibrant strawberry yogurt dip, creating an engaging and refreshing summer treat.
Notes
- Prepare watermelon on a clean cutting board using a sharp knife for precise, consistent fry-shaped pieces.
- Use a crinkle cutter for authentic fry-like edges, creating a fun and playful presentation that mimics traditional potato fries.
- Chill watermelon fries before serving to enhance their crisp texture and provide a refreshing summer snack experience.
- Blend dip ingredients until completely smooth for a silky, creamy strawberry sauce that complements the watermelon’s natural sweetness.
- Discard watermelon rind in compost to reduce kitchen waste and support sustainable cooking practices.
- Serve immediately after preparation to maintain the fries’ crispness and the dip’s vibrant flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 122 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 105 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 13 mg