Ingredients
For the fries
- 1 mini watermelon, sliced into 1-inch sticks (rind removed to resemble fries)
- 3 tablespoons chili lime seasoning (such as Tajin)
For the coconut lime dipping sauce
- 1 cup plain unsweetened yogurt
- 1/4 cup full-fat canned coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons light agave
- Juice and zest of 1 lime
Instructions
- Prepare the Watermelon Fries: Slice the mini watermelon into 1-inch sticks, removing all rind so they resemble the shape of classic fries. Arrange the watermelon ‘fries’ on a serving platter in a single layer for even seasoning.
- Season the Watermelon: Sprinkle the chili lime seasoning generously over the watermelon sticks. Make sure all pieces have a light, even coating for the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy.
- Mix the Dipping Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, full-fat coconut milk, light agave, and both the juice and zest of a lime. Whisk together until smooth, creamy, and well blended. Pour the finished sauce into a small serving bowl.
- Serve: Serve the seasoned watermelon fries immediately alongside the coconut lime dipping sauce. For best texture and flavor, sprinkle seasoning only just before serving.
Notes
- This recipe easily doubles or triples for larger groups – just increase ingredient quantities as needed.
- Do not store watermelon already sprinkled with seasoning; the salt will draw out moisture and make them soggy. Instead, add chili lime seasoning just before serving.
- The coconut lime yogurt dip can be made ahead of time and chilled until ready to serve.
- For a vegan version, use plant-based yogurt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Fusion, American, Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 233
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 22mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 4mg
