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Watermelon Jerky

Spicy Watermelon Jerky: A Chewy Vegan Snack Delight

Spicy Watermelon Jerky is a chewy, zesty vegan snack made with watermelon, lime juice, and Tajín seasoning.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jerky
  • 1 medium Watermelon Seedless
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons Tajín Clásico Seasoning Or substitute with chili powder
Optional Additions
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Optional for variation

Equipment

  • Dehydrator
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Select a ripe, seedless watermelon and slice it into strips about 0.5 inches thick, 1.5 inches wide, and 4 inches long.
  2. Coat each watermelon strip with freshly squeezed lime juice using a brush or spoon.
  3. Sprinkle Tajín seasoning over each strip, adjusting based on your spice preference.
  4. Place the seasoned watermelon strips onto dehydrator trays and dehydrate at 165°F for 12-16 hours.
  5. If using an oven, preheat to 250°F and lay the strips on wire racks, baking for 3-5 hours.
  6. Once dehydrated, let the jerky cool for a few minutes and store it in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store watermelon jerky in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2-3 months, or in the fridge for up to 6 months. For longer storage, freeze for up to 12 months.

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