Melon and apple granita with fresh berries

4 servings

30 minutes

Melon-apple granita with fresh berries is a refreshing Italian dessert perfect for hot days. Originating from Sicily, granita is an icy dessert made from fruit juices. In this version, the sweetness of melon harmonizes with the tartness of apple juice and the freshness of lime, creating a balance of flavors. The light texture of the granita melts smoothly in the mouth, while the addition of blueberries, raspberries, and mint leaves gives the dessert an exquisite freshness and brightness. This dessert is ideal as a light finish to lunch or dinner, and its simplicity makes it accessible even for novice cooks.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 132.8
• Proteins: 2.3g
• Fats: 1.2g
• Carbohydrates: 28.3g

Ingredients

• Apple juice: 1 glass
• Melon: 800 g
• Lime juice: 0.3 glass
• Blueberry: 200 g
• Raspberry: 180 g
• Mint leaves: to taste

Cooking steps

1. In a blender, mix the melon pulp, apple and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.

   Required ingredients:

   • Melon: 800 g
   • Apple juice: 1 glass
   • Lime juice: 0.3 glass

2. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker or container and freeze, stirring every 30 minutes.

3. Slightly melt the granite before serving, make balls from it, and place them in dessert cups. Sprinkle with fresh berries and garnish with mint leaves.

   Required ingredients:

   • Blueberry: 200 g
   • Raspberry: 180 g
   • Mint leaves:  to taste