Description
These Healthy Watermelon Fries are a fun and refreshing summer snack, perfect for warm days. Crispy crinkle-cut watermelon slices are paired with a creamy strawberry yogurt dip sweetened with honey, creating a vibrant and healthy treat that’s simple to prepare and delightful to enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Watermelon Fries
- 1 medium watermelon (fresh and ripe)
Strawberry Yogurt Dip
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt (or Greek yogurt or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 cup strawberries (fresh or thawed frozen)
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
Instructions
- Prepare the Watermelon: Select a fresh, ripe watermelon to ensure natural sweetness. Cut the watermelon in half lengthwise, then slice each half into 1/2 inch thick round discs.
- Cut into Fries: Using a crinkle cutter, cut each watermelon disc into crinkle-shaped fries, about 16 fries per half. This creates appealing texture and showcases the watermelon’s beautiful red flesh.
- Make the Strawberry Yogurt Dip: In a high-powered blender, combine 1 cup vanilla yogurt, 1 cup fresh or thawed strawberries, and 2 tablespoons honey. Blend on low for 30 seconds, then increase to high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Taste and add more honey if desired to adjust sweetness.
- Arrange and Serve: Place the watermelon fries artfully on a large serving platter. Pour the strawberry yogurt dip into a small bowl. For best flavor and texture, let the watermelon fries sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before serving alongside the dip for easy dipping.
Notes
- You can substitute vanilla yogurt with Greek yogurt for a thicker dip or a dairy-free alternative to keep it vegan.
- Use maple syrup instead of honey to make the dip vegan-friendly.
- The crinkle cutter is optional; you can cut watermelon into regular sticks if preferred.
- Letting the watermelon fries sit at room temperature enhances their natural sweetness and texture.
- Strawberries can be fresh or thawed from frozen for convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Watermelon Fries, Strawberry Yogurt Dip, Healthy Summer Snack, No-Cook Snack, Fruit Fries, Refreshing Snack
