These Spicy Watermelon Sticks are the easiest and most nutritious summer snack recipe anyone can ask for. They are super fun and super tasty. These sweet and sour treats are perfect for a party or gathering.

These Spicy Watermelon Sticks are the simplest snacks you’ll ever make. They will definitely grab your guest’s attention. My kids were amazed by the idea. These spicy watermelon ‘fries’ are sweet, tangy, refreshing with a spicy kick! Plus they are vegan and dairy-free!

why these watermelon sticks are so good

The perfect summer snack. Fruity, refreshing with a spicy twist from the chili – delicious!
Quick and easy. A grand total of 3 ingredients and only a few minutes to make. A medium watermelon yields a big batch!
Great for kids. Bright, naturally sweet, and hydrating, great for the little ones. Feel free to omit the chili, these still taste great.

ingredients

Watermelon: Medium and cut into sticks.
Lime: Cut into wedges.
Chili Powder: Optional.

how to make these spicy watermelon sticks

Cut the watermelon: Use a large sharp knife to slice the watermelon lengthwise or into big slices. Then, trim off the edges. Finally cut the meat of the watermelon (the red part) lengthwise, cutting more on the thin size, so they like watermelon fries.
Garnish: Dust with some chili powder (depending on the level of heat you want), garnish with lime wedges. Enjoy!

Take one of the watermelon slices one at a time and place on a cutting board to start trimming off the edges.

recipe tips and notes

To make it kid friendly you can omit the chili powder, or dial it back for a subtler kick.
If you can find Tajin seasoning give it a try on these Watermelon Sticks! Tajin is a Mexican seasoning that’s awesome on fresh fruit. it’s includes salt, chili and lime.
Add a dip. Watermelon fries love a creamy dip! Have some coconut yogurt (to keep this dairy free) or coconut flavored yogurt on the side. It’s a super satisfying combo that adds a creaminess to proceedings.
Want it sweeter? Try a sprinkle of coconut sugar for extra sweetness or leave it out if it’s sweet enough already.

What are the Benefits of Watermelon?

Watermelons are not only delicious and refreshing, they have several health benefits which includes but not limited to the following:

They help keep you hydrated and full since they are 92% water.
High in nutrients such as Vitamins A and C, and carotenoids.
It contains certain compounds like cucurbitacin E and lycopene which have been linked to having anti-cancer properties.
Have lycopene and citrulline which helps prevent heart disease.
High in antioxidants which helps to lower inflammation.
It has high amounts of water and fiber which helps improve digestion.
There are only 46 calories in one cup of watermelon.

Can you eat the rind of a watermelon?

surprisingly enough, the whole watermelon is edible even the rind and seeds. Some may use the rind in cooking such as pickled, stir-fried, or stewed.

How do you tell a watermelon is ripe?

Do you ever see people at the stores tapping on watermelons? Some use this method to pick their watermelons. If it gives a nice ringing sound then it’s ripe and ready. Other ways to check is to pick it up and feel if its heavy for its size. Also, check the bottom ground spot. This is where the watermelon sits on the ground. Make sure it has a creamy yellow color and not white.

Is watermelon good for you to lose weight?

In moderation, watermelon can help in weight loss. They have high water content and low in calories which will help to keep you feeling full and eat less. There are only 46 calories in every cup of cut watermelon.

You simply cut up the watermelons into ‘fries’, sprinkle some lime over them, and if you are using chili powder you sprinkle or garnish with chili powder. That’s it!

can I make these watermelon sticks in advance?

If you want to prep ahead of time, you can cut up the watermelon a few days in advance, but the season just before serving.

When storing the watermelon sticks, wrap in the plastic, and they should keep in the fridge for about 3 days. Also, the plastic will stop the watermelon from absorbing the flavors of other foods and will keep its flesh moist.

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