Place the cubed watermelon in a blender and blend until smooth. Strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve to remove pulp, if desired.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until the sugar is dissolved.
Combine the strained watermelon puree with the creamy mixture and stir until well blended.
Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container or an ice cream maker. If using an ice cream maker, follow the manufacturer's instructions. If freezing directly, cover the container and freeze for about 4-6 hours, stirring every 30 minutes to prevent ice crystals and achieve a creamy texture.
Once fully frozen and creamy, scoop and serve the watermelon ice cream. Optionally garnish with fresh mint leaves or small watermelon chunks.
Notes
For best results, use ripe and sweet watermelon. Adjust sugar based on the sweetness of the fruit.