Chilled Chili Lime Mango Granita
A refreshing, vibrant frozen dessert blending sweet mango with zesty lime and a subtle kick of chili. This zero-fat, fruit-forward treat is perfect for cooling down without overloading on heavy fats.
Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Total
70 min
Makes
2 servings
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Made by Colleen + Lila
Colleen created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthTrigger-aware comfort
Make the meal work for today
Keep spicy extras on the side and adjust the temperature or portion to suit you. The best version is the one you can enjoy comfortably.
Notice: comfort + personal triggers
Evening comfort
Head toward bedtime properly fed
A satisfying evening meal can make the night feel simpler. Notice whether the portion and timing fit comfortably into your sleep routine.
Notice: timing + overnight comfort
Well-nourished skin
Support from the whole plate
Regular meals with enough protein, plants and fats support overall nourishment. Think consistency, not one miracle ingredient.
Notice: consistency + hydration
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Setup
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Prep
10 min
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Total
70 min
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Equipment
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Instructions
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Next: Place the frozen mango
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Place the frozen mango
Place the frozen mango, lime juice, maple syrup, and 2 tablespoons of cold water into a blender. Blend on high speed for about 1 minute or until the mixture becomes a completely smooth, thick puree.
Look for: the mixture becomes a completely smooth, thick puree
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Pour the mango puree into a shallow…
Pour the mango puree into a shallow metal baking pan or glass dish, spreading it into an even layer about 0.5 inches (1.3cm) thick.
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Place the pan in the freezer
Place the pan in the freezer. Let it chill for 30 minutes, then remove and use a fork to scrape the frozen edges toward the center, breaking up any large icy chunks.
Allow: 30 minutes
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Return the pan to the freezer for…
Return the pan to the freezer for another 30 minutes, then scrape again with the fork until you achieve a light, fluffy, crystal-like shaved ice texture.
Look for: you achieve a light, fluffy, crystal-like shaved ice texture
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Spoon the granita into two chilled serving…
Spoon the granita into two chilled serving bowls. Dust the top of each serving with a tiny pinch of chili powder and garnish with a fresh mint leaf before serving.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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