Tart Hibiscus and Grapefruit Granita
Tart Hibiscus and Grapefruit Granita blends floral hibiscus with bright grapefruit for a crisp, refreshing bite and a lingering, clean finish. Fresh mint adds a cool lift while pomegranate seeds bring bursts of juicy sweetness and color. Serve it after a rich meal or as a light afternoon cooler when you want something vivid and rejuvenating.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Tart Hibiscus and Grapefruit Granita, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 27 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 17 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 76
- Heart Health
- 24
- Metabolic
- 36
- Digestive
- 38
- Inflammatory
- 20
- Performance
- 42
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring the water to a gentle boil. Stir in the sugar and hibiscus flowers until the sugar dissolves. Take off the heat and let it cool. Strain and discard the hibiscus flowers. Add the grapefruit juice and mint, then mix well. Refrigerate until cold, about 4 hours.
- 2
Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and churn following the manufacturer's directions. Add the pomegranate seeds 5 minutes before the granita reaches a soft-serve consistency.
- Calories 180.75 kcal Moderate 9%
- Protein 0.53 g Low Source 1%
- Carbohydrate 44.63 g 16%
- Total Fat 1.23 g Low Source 2%
- Saturated Fat 0.13 g Low Source 1%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 47.88 mg Low Source 2%
- Dietary Fiber 4.45 g Moderate 16%
- Total Sugars 41.41 g --
- Added Sugars 4.97 g Moderate 10%
- Calcium 11.94 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 0.15 mg Low Source 1%
- Potassium 23.77 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 3.13 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 6.16 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
About This Recipe
Tart Hibiscus and Grapefruit Granita is an Italian dessert recipe made with 6 ingredients. It takes about 20 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Dried Edible Flower, Fresh Mint, Grapefruit Juice, and Pomegranate Arils. Each serving provides about 180.75 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Tart Hibiscus and Grapefruit Granita?
- It is an Italian tart recipe made with 6 ingredients, usually served for dessert or snack.
- What is Tart Hibiscus and Grapefruit Granita made of?
- The main ingredients are Dried Edible Flower, Fresh Mint, Grapefruit Juice, Pomegranate Arils, Sugar. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Tart Hibiscus and Grapefruit Granita?
- About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 180.75 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Tart Hibiscus and Grapefruit Granita easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Tart Hibiscus and Grapefruit Granita healthy?
- Tart Hibiscus and Grapefruit Granita has an easyChef Pro health score of 40/100. Per serving, it provides 180.75 calories and 0.53 g of protein, or 1% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: added sugars at 4.97 g (10% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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