Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small watermelon, cut into fries
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup coconut yogurt
- Zest and juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the watermelon fries with olive oil, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to ensure all fries are evenly coated.
- Step 3: Spread the seasoned watermelon fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for about 20-25 minutes or until they begin to caramelize and crisp up slightly.
- Step 4: While the fries are baking, prepare the coconut lime dipping sauce by mixing the coconut yogurt with lime zest and lime juice in a small bowl. Stir until well combined.
- Step 5: Once the fries are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving with the coconut lime dipping sauce on the side. Enjoy your spicy watermelon fries!
Notes
- For optimal freshness, store any leftover spicy watermelon fries in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheating watermelon fries can be tricky; try placing them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5-10 minutes to help retain some crispness.
- These fries make a fantastic appetizer or snack, and pairing them with fresh herbs like cilantro or mint can elevate the dish even further.
- For an extra kick, consider adding a sprinkle of smoked paprika to the seasoning mix; it complements the sweetness of the watermelon beautifully!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup of Spicy Watermelon Fries with 2 tablespoons of Coconut Lime Dipping Sauce
- Calories: 150
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 10g