Looking for a fruit to help cool down on a hot day? Look no further – watermelon to the rescue! Here’s 3 very simple serving ideas, best served chilled in each case.
½smallchilled watermelon, outer rind removed, cut into chunks
125gramsraspberries1 small punnet
Juice of 1-2 limes
Instructions
Keep it simple! Melon wedges
Using a chopping board, first slice the watermelon and in half and then into thick slices – about 2cm. Then cut into small triangles and serve on a platter with a squeeze of lime juice.
Watermelon Pizzas
Arrange watermelon slices on a large platter. Mix the ricotta and yoghurt in a small bowl then dollop a spoonful of the mixture onto of each melon slice. Top with berries and a squeeze of lime juice.
Watermelon and Raspberry Smoothie
Place the watermelon, raspberries and juice of lime in a blender, blitz till smooth.
Pour the smoothie into a tall glass and serve immediately.
Place the watermelon, raspberries and juice of lime in a blender, blitz till smooth.
Maggie's Tips
Purchase small to medium watermelon, it is easier to cut :-)
Store watermelon in your fridge to keep it nice and chilled for serving.
Vegan and dairy free options for watermelon pizzas: Swap ricotta and Greek yoghurt for coconut yoghurt.