Pretty pink watermelon makes the ultimate summer snack

<p>Tropical, sugary sweet and with an irresistible slushy-like bite, there&rsquo;s something magical about munching on watermelon in the summertime.</p><p>This ruby red melon gets its name from its high water content (92%), making it the perfect fruity snack or sweet treat to refresh and hydrate you on a hot day.</p><p>And not only is it super hydrating, it&rsquo;s also delicious! Freeze it, blend it, or leave it whole, this super fruit works in a variety of light and summery desserts, from thirst-quenching slushies to jiggly jellies.</p><p>Check out some of our favourite watermelon recipes below.</p><h2>Watermelon ice lollies</h2><p><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/watermelon-lollies" target="_blank">These refreshing ice lollies</a> not only look the part, the chocolate-chip ‘seed&rsquo; studded red lolly is made from 100% watermelon! Don&rsquo;t worry, the white and green ‘rind&rsquo; is also totally edible, and made from delicious, creamy fro-yo and frozen kiwi. Totally tropical, totally refreshing!</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="watermelon-lollies__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/watermelon-lollies__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Watermelon jelly slices</h2><p>It seems a waste to throw away that magnificent shell once you&rsquo;ve scooped out all of the sweet, edible melon flesh. Instead, use it as the mould for <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/watermelon-jelly-slices-recipe-picnic-brunch" target="_blank">these cute jelly slices!</a> Perfect for BBQs or kids&rsquo; parties, these refreshing jellies studded with blueberry &rsquo;seeds' are sure to put a smile on people&rsquo;s faces.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="watermelonjellyrecipe__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/watermelonjellyrecipe_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Watermelon floating jellies</h2><p><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/melon-ball-jellies" target="_blank">These sophisticated jellies</a> are flavoured with elderflower and three different types of melon, for a grownup take on the childhood favourite.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="watermelon3__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/watermelon3__square_GL?scl=1" style="text-align: center;"></p><h2>Watermelon pizza-style</h2><p><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/Watermelon-pizza-style" target="_blank">This watermelon pizza</a> is a great way to get kids into nibbling fruit during the summer holidays. Cut a large, circular slice of melon then get your little ones to add ‘toppings&rsquo; like kiwi, strawberries and blueberries. Then, once the masterpiece is finished, slice it up using a pizza cutter (or regular kitchen knife) and divvy up the slices between everyone. Delicious!</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="watermelon-pizza__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/watermelon-pizza__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Watermelon slushie</h2><p><a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/triple-melon-iced-slushie" target="_blank">This refreshing slushie</a> is sure to keep you feeling refreshed and cool on hot summer days. Watermelon, cantaloupe and honeydew are blended down to a super sweet smoothie, then layered with some pineapple smoothie for good measure. Get ready to smash your 5-a-day...</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="melon-slushie__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/melon-slushie__square_GL?scl=1"></p><p><em>Have our cool watermelon recipes got you craving something refreshing? Make sure to stock up on everything you need to make any of these summer-ready sweets <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/" target="_blank">online</a> or <a href="https://storelocator.asda.com/#!/" target="_blank">pop into your local store.</a></em></p>

Sweet and refreshing watermelon desserts for hot summer days

By ASDA Admin,1st August 2019

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