Tajin-Coated Spicy Watermelon Fries with Coconut Lime Dipping Sauce
A refreshing summer dish featuring crispy, spicy watermelon fries paired with a creamy coconut lime dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling, Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium watermelon
- 2 tablespoons Tajin seasoning
- 1 cup coconut cream
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar (optional)
- Fresh lime zest for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Slice the watermelon into thick wedges, then cut into sticks for a fries shape.
- Remove any seeds from the watermelon sticks.
- Coat the watermelon sticks with Tajin seasoning in a large mixing bowl.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) for added crunch.
- Arrange the coated watermelon fries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Optional: Bake or grill for about 10 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Meanwhile, mix the coconut cream, lime juice, and honey in a bowl for the dipping sauce.
- Garnish the fries with extra Tajin and fresh lime zest on a serving platter.
Notes
For a sweeter dip, adjust honey or sugar to taste. Leftovers can be stored for up to two days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: watermelon fries, summer snacks, coconut dipping sauce, healthy appetizers, refreshing recipes