Watermelon Fries With Coconut Lime Dip Recipe
This refreshing Watermelon Fries With Coconut Lime Dip recipe is a light, fruity, and tropical snack made with juicy watermelon sticks and a creamy coconut lime dip. Perfect for summer parties, BBQs, or as a healthy dessert alternative, this recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and naturally sweet. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s a fun way to enjoy fruit with a tropical twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American / Tropical
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
For the Watermelon Fries:
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1 small seedless watermelon (cut into fry-like sticks)
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Optional: lime zest for garnish
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Optional: Tajín or chili-lime seasoning for serving
For the Coconut Lime Dip:
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1/2 cup canned coconut cream (chilled and thickened)
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1 tbsp maple syrup (or honey, if not vegan)
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1 tsp lime zest
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1 tbsp fresh lime juice
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Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
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Slice the watermelon into thick fry-like sticks. Pat dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
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In a mixing bowl, whisk together the coconut cream, maple syrup, lime zest, lime juice, and sea salt until smooth.
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Chill the dip for 15 minutes to thicken and enhance flavor.
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Serve the watermelon fries chilled with a side of the coconut lime dip. Optionally garnish with lime zest or Tajín.
Notes
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Ensure coconut cream is chilled overnight to thicken properly.
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Add a dash of vanilla extract to the dip for added depth.
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For extra flavor, sprinkle watermelon with lime juice or a pinch of sea salt before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 25mg