Almost Instant Ruby Red Granita
This granita-like treat is made quickly in a blender using a whole grapefruit and frozen watermelon. A refreshing, hydrating treat for when temperatures are soaring!
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 88kcal
Ingredients
- 1 grapefruit peeled
- 1 cup frozen watermelon heaping cup
- 1/4 cup orange juice sub coconut water or water*
Instructions
- Add the peeled grapefruit (I cut the peel off quickly with a knife), frozen watermelon, ice, and orange juice to a high speed blender.
- Blend on mid-high for 1-2 minutes, using the tamper stick to keep the mixture blending. Blend for 30 seconds up to a minute after you think it's finished to make sure the grapefruit pith has been completely broken down and the mixture is smooth.
- Serve as two small granitas, or as 1 large slurpee-like smoothie!
Notes
*If your grapefruit is very sweet, plain water or coconut water would work fine in this recipe. The grapefruit I buy in Malaysia is always very sour, so I find adding a bit of orange juice sweetens this treat up perfectly.
**If you prefer a sweeter treat, add honey or sugar, a teaspoon at a time, until it's right for you.
**If you prefer a sweeter treat, add honey or sugar, a teaspoon at a time, until it's right for you.
Nutrition
Calories: 88kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 313mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 1909IU | Vitamin C: 60mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg