Refreshing watermelon foam with raspberry coulis

Refreshing watermelon foam with raspberry coulis

**Introduction:**
Enjoy a light and refreshing dessert, perfect for hot summer days.The refreshing watermelon foam with raspberry coulis combines the succulent sweetness of watermelon with the vibrant acidity of raspberries, resulting in a sophisticated and delicious delight.

** Ingredients: **

*For watermelon foam:*
- 2 cups of pure watermelon (without seeds and cut into cubes)
- 1/4 cup refined sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons of water
- 1 flavorless gelatin envelope
- 1/2 cup fresh cream, beaten to whipped cream

*For the raspberry coulis:*
- 1 cup of fresh or frozen raspberries
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 lemon juice

*For decoration:*
- Fresh mint leaves
- Watermelon and scasters cut to accompany

** Preparation: **

1. ** Prepare the watermelon puree: **
- In a blender, add the watermelon cubes and process until smooth.Pass the puree through a thin sieve to remove any fiber or remaining seeds.

2. ** Moisturize and dissolve the gelatin: **
- In a small bowl, mix water and gelatin.Let stand for about 5 to 10 minutes until the gelatin absorbs all the water and inches.
-Heat the mixture lightly in the microwave or a water bath, stirring constantly until the gelatin is completely dissolved.

3. ** Make the watermelon foam: **
- In a pan, combine the watermelon puree, sugar and lemon juice.Bring to medium heat and boil gently, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves completely.
- Remove from heat and mix the dissolved gelatin.Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
- gently incorporate whipped cream into the watermelon mixture.

4. ** Prepare the raspberry coulis: **
- In a pan, combine raspberries, sugar, vanilla extract and lemon juice.Cook over low heat until the fruits are soft and sugar dissolves completely.
- Transfer to the blender and beat until smooth.Pass the mixture through a thin sieve to remove the seeds.

5. ** Assembly and finishing: **
- In individual cups or in a large serving container, place a layer of watermelon foam.
- Drizzle with raspberry coulis on top and use a spoon to create a marbled effect.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until the foam is firm.
- Decorate with mint leaves, additional pieces of watermelon and raspberries before serving.

**Tips:**
- For a lactose -free version, replace the whipped cream with coconut whipped cream or any lactose -free alternative.
- If you wish a firmer texture, add more gelatin to the watermelon puree.

Enjoy this divine dessert, perfect to impress on any special occasion or simply to enjoy on a sunny day!

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