Shanthi Appelö is a registered dietitian and health and wellness spokesperson for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan based in Detroit. Passionate about the science of nutrition and behavior, Shanthi has experience working in clinical nutrition, public health and teaching in the university setting. She earned her Master of Science in Public Health Nutrition from the University of Tennessee and has a research background in maternal and child health nutrition and public health, as well as a Certificate of Training in Obesity Interventions from the Commission on Dietetic Registration. In her free time, she enjoys experimenting in the kitchen, exploring the outdoors, working on art and spending time with family.
Watermelon “Fries” with Lime Yogurt Sauce
Serving Amount
Ingredients
1 watermelon, seedless
1 cup Greek yogurt
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 Tbsp. honey
1 Tbsp. lime juice plus zest from 1 lime
Instructions
Step 1
Cut watermelon into 4 by ½ inch sprigs or “fries.” Use a crinkle cutter if you have one.
Step 2
In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt with vanilla extract, honey and lime juice. Mix half of the lime zest into the sauce. Once mixed, top the sauce with additional zest.
Step 3
Dip watermelon “fries” in yogurt dip. Enjoy!
