Ingredients and Weight:
- Watermelon: 500 grams (about 2 cups)
- Mango: 200 grams (about 1 cup)
- Sugar: 50 grams (1/4 cup)
- Lime juice: 2 tablespoons
- Fresh mint leaves (optional): a few sprigs
- Ice pop molds
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes (plus freezing time)
- Cooking Time: None (just freezing)
Difficulty Level: Level 2 (Simple to Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare the watermelon and mango. Cut them into small pieces and remove any seeds or skin.
- Blend the watermelon and mango in a blender until smooth. Add sugar and lime juice and blend again.
- Add fresh mint leaves (if using) and pulse a few times to mix.
- Pour the mixture into ice pop molds, leaving about 1 inch of space at the top for expansion during freezing.
- Insert the ice pop sticks into the molds and freeze for at least 6 hours or until completely frozen.
- Remove from the freezer and let stand for a few minutes before removing the ice pops from the molds. Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Approx. 100 calories per ice pop (depending on the exact ingredients used)
- Carbohydrates: Sugar, natural fruit sugars from watermelon and mango.
- Fat: Very low fat content due to no added fats or oils.
- Protein: Natural protein from fruits.
- Fiber: From fruit fibers.
Dish Characteristics:
- A refreshing summer dessert or treat that combines the flavors of watermelon and mango.
- Easy to make and customize with different flavors or additions like fresh fruit chunks or other juice flavors.
- Can be served as a snack or a dessert paired with a meal.
User Comments:
- "These ice pops were so refreshing on a hot summer day! The combination of watermelon and mango was delicious."
- "I loved the addition of fresh mint leaves, it gave a nice fresh flavor to the ice pops."
- "I made these as a dessert for my family and they loved them! Will definitely make again."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh fruits for best flavor and texture. If not available, frozen fruits can be used but may affect flavor slightly.
- Adjust sugar content according to preference or if using very sweet fruits.
- Make sure to leave enough space at the top of the molds for expansion during freezing to prevent overflow or breaking of the ice pops.
