Cucumber-Chile Granite
A refreshing cucumber-chile granita with a spicy kick and tangy citrus flavor, perfect for hot days or as a unique palate cleanser for spice lovers.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients except the matchstick cucumber pieces in a food processor or blender.
- Cover and process or blend until nearly smooth.
- Press mixture through a fine mesh strainer, 1/3 at a time, holding the strainer over a bowl to catch juices.
- Discard solids and transfer strained juices to a 2-quart square baking dish.
- Cover and freeze for 3 to 4 hours or until firmly frozen.
- Break up the frozen mixture.
- Transfer mixture to a chilled large bowl.
- Beat with an electric mixer until slushy, but not melted.
- Return to the baking dish and cover.
- Freeze for 2 to 3 hours or until firm.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
134
kcal
7% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
Diet fit
High-fiber
Under 400 cal
Low-fat
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).