Preheat a charcoal or gas grill, with greased grill racks, over high heat.
Recipe
Author
Hy-Vee Test Kitchen
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Description
Grilling fresh watermelon caramelizes the sugars and brings out a charred sweetness. What better way to enjoy it than pairing it with ice cream for a summer treat?
Servings and Ingredients
Ingredients
Serves 4
| Quantity | Ingredient | Add |
|---|---|---|
| 1 small seedless watermelon | ||
| 2 tsp. Gustare Vita extra virgin olive oil | ||
| ¼ c. Rose’s lime syrup | ||
| 1 lime, zested and juiced | ||
| 1 c. lemon ice cream | ||
| 1 c. lemon sorbet | ||
| 1 c. pistachio ice cream | ||
| Fresh mint leaves, for garnish |
Things To Grab
- Charcoal or gas grill
- Metal skewers
- Paper towels
- Silicone pastry brush
- Small bowl
- Ice cream scoop
Directions
Cut the watermelon in half. Remove flesh creating 1-inch cubes and keeping rind intact to form a bowl; set aside.
Thread watermelon onto metal skewers. Pat cubes dry with paper towels and drizzle with olive oil. Place watermelon on preheated grill and grill 2 minutes on each side, or until charred.
Create sundae by layering lemon ice cream, lemon sorbet, and pistachio ice cream, and grilled watermelon in hallowed watermelon rind; drizzling occasionally with lime syrup. Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition facts
Servings
420 Calories per serving
Amounts Per Serving
- Total Fat: 21g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
- Sodium: 80mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 54g
- Protein: 6g
Daily Values
0%
Iron 6%
0%
Calcium 8%
0%
Vitamin D 0%
0%
Potassium 4%