An all natural jelly that contains no additives or preservatives unlike other jellies. Also a good source of vitamin C and lycopene.
Cut, prepare and juice watermelon
In a medium bowl, dissolve gelatine powder in 125ml of juice and mix to dissolve
Heat remaining juice (375ml) in the microwave for 90 seconds or on the stove until hot, but not boiling
Place chopped up strawberries or fruit of choice into small serving glasses or bowls
Pour warm juice into cold juice/gelatine mixture. Stir gently until gelatine powder has dissolved
Pour jelly and fruit into serving glasses/bowls and allow to set for 3-4 hours or overnight in the fridge
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 43
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.02g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Sodium 5.09mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 9.53g4%
- Dietary Fiber 7.60g31%
- Sugars 9.14g
- Protein 1.16g3%
- Vitamin A 8.57%
- Vitamin C 21.51%
- Calcium 0.96%
- Iron 1.06%
- Vitamin B12 0.0%
- Iodine 0.08%
- Magnesium 4.97%
- Zinc 1.13%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Watermelon contains Lycopene, a phyto-chemical which has anti-inflammatory properties. Lycopene has been linked with good heart and bone health and a reduced risk of prostate cancer.
This jelly is all natural and contains no additives or preservatives unlike other jellies.
Both strawberries and watermelon are good sources of Vitamin C which helps to support our immune system.
This recipe is best served in small glasses/bowls rather than a large container.
You can substitute other types of juice for the watermelon juice.
Ingredients
Directions
Cut, prepare and juice watermelon
In a medium bowl, dissolve gelatine powder in 125ml of juice and mix to dissolve
Heat remaining juice (375ml) in the microwave for 90 seconds or on the stove until hot, but not boiling
Place chopped up strawberries or fruit of choice into small serving glasses or bowls
Pour warm juice into cold juice/gelatine mixture. Stir gently until gelatine powder has dissolved
Pour jelly and fruit into serving glasses/bowls and allow to set for 3-4 hours or overnight in the fridge