WHAT’S IN IT

2 cups seedless watermelon
2 cups pineapple
1 T tahini
1 T lime juice
2 T pure maple syrup
1 T mint, minced
Optional - Sea salt to taste
4 skewers

HOW TO MAKE IT

1. Cut the watermelon and pineapple into cubes.

2. In a bowl whisk together the tahini, lime juice, and maple syrup.

3. Heat a grill to high. Thread the watermelon and pineapple cubes onto 4 long skewers Brush the fruit with the marinade.

4. Cook the watermelon pineapple skewers on each side for 2–3 minutes until grill marks form. Remove them from the heat.

5. Sprinkle with the minced mint and salt, if using, before serving.

WHY IT’S HEALTHY

Watermelon is a super hydrating, high antioxidant food that is a good source of vitamins C and A - both play an important role in maintaining healthy skin. The high water content in watermelon (91%) helps the body to detox and get rid of excess water and fluids. Pineapple is a fantastic source of vitamin C and an excellent source the trace mineral manganese, which is an essential cofactor in a number of enzymes important in energy production and antioxidant defenses. Pure maple syrup contains up to 24 different antioxidants capable of reducing free radical damage that can cause inflammation and contribute to the formation of various chronic diseases. It also contains zinc and manganese in fairly high amounts. Zinc can help fight illness and improve immunity since it keeps your level of white blood cells up, while manganese plays a role a crucial role in fat and carbohydrate metabolism, calcium absorption, and blood sugar regulation.

Recipe inspired by Nicole Dandrea-Russert