Ingredients
1. Classic Watermelon Feta Salad
Ingredients
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4 cups watermelon, cubed
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1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
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½ red onion, thinly sliced
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¼ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp balsamic glaze
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine watermelon cubes and red onion.
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Drizzle with olive oil and toss gently.
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Top with crumbled feta and mint.
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Finish with balsamic glaze before serving.
Tip: Use chilled watermelon for maximum refreshment.
2. Spicy Watermelon Cucumber Salad
Ingredients
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3 cups watermelon, cubed
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1 cucumber, thinly sliced
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Juice of 1 lime
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1 tsp chili powder
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Salt to taste
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Cilantro for garnish
Instructions
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Mix watermelon and cucumber in a bowl.
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Add lime juice, chili powder, and salt.
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Toss well and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Tip: Great as a cooling contrast to spicy main dishes.
3. Watermelon Avocado Salad
Ingredients
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2 cups watermelon, cubed
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1 avocado, cubed
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½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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Juice of 1 lemon
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Gently combine all ingredients in a bowl.
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Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
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Season with salt and pepper, and serve fresh.
Tip: Prepare just before serving to avoid avocado browning.
4. Mediterranean Watermelon Quinoa Salad
Ingredients
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1 cup cooked quinoa, cooled
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2 cups watermelon, cubed
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½ cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
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½ cucumber, chopped
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¼ cup red onion, sliced
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½ cup crumbled feta
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2 tbsp lemon juice
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2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
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Mix quinoa, watermelon, cucumber, and onion.
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Add olives and feta.
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Whisk lemon juice and olive oil, then pour over salad.
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Toss gently and chill before serving.
Tip: Cook quinoa ahead of time for faster prep.
5. Asian-Inspired Watermelon Salad
Ingredients
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3 cups watermelon, cubed
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1 cup shredded carrots
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1 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tsp sesame oil
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½ tsp grated ginger
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Sesame seeds for topping
Instructions
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Combine watermelon and carrots.
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In a bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, and ginger.
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Toss with salad and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Tip: Add sliced green onions for extra flavor.
6. Grilled Watermelon and Halloumi Salad
Ingredients
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2 watermelon slices (1 inch thick)
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6 slices halloumi cheese
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Arugula or mixed greens
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Balsamic reduction
Instructions
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Brush watermelon and halloumi with olive oil.
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Grill each side for 2 minutes.
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Serve on a bed of greens, drizzled with balsamic reduction.
Tip: This salad is best served warm.
7. Watermelon and Shrimp Salad
Ingredients
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1 cup grilled or boiled shrimp
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2 cups watermelon, cubed
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½ avocado, cubed
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1 tbsp lime juice
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1 tbsp chopped cilantro
Instructions
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Mix shrimp, watermelon, and avocado.
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Add lime juice and cilantro.
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Serve chilled.
Tip: Perfect for a light summer lunch.
8. Tropical Watermelon Salad
Ingredients
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2 cups watermelon, cubed
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1 cup pineapple, cubed
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1 mango, diced
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1 tbsp lime juice
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Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
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Combine all fruits in a bowl.
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Toss with lime juice.
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Garnish with mint and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
Tip: For added crunch, top with toasted coconut flakes.
9. Watermelon Caprese Salad
Ingredients
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2 cups watermelon, cubed
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 cup mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
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Fresh basil leaves
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2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
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1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
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Combine watermelon, tomatoes, and mozzarella.
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Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic.
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Garnish with basil.
Tip: Serve with crusty bread for a fuller meal.
10. Watermelon and Corn Salad
Ingredients
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2 cups watermelon, cubed
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1 cup cooked corn (grilled or boiled)
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¼ red onion, finely chopped
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Juice of 1 lime
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Fresh cilantro
Instructions
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Mix watermelon, corn, and onion.
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Add lime juice and toss well.
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Top with cilantro.
Tip: Charred corn adds a smoky flavor that elevates this dish.
11. Watermelon Arugula Salad
Ingredients
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2 cups arugula
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1 ½ cups watermelon, cubed
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½ cup goat cheese, crumbled
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¼ cup walnuts, toasted
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2 tbsp balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
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In a large bowl, layer arugula and watermelon.
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Add goat cheese and walnuts.
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Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss lightly.
Tip: Swap walnuts for pecans for a sweeter touch.
12. Creamy Watermelon Yogurt Salad
Ingredients
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2 cups watermelon, cubed
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1 cup Greek yogurt
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1 tbsp honey
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½ tsp vanilla extract
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Mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
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Whisk yogurt, honey, and vanilla.
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Fold in watermelon cubes gently.
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Garnish with mint and serve chilled.
Tip: Ideal as a healthy dessert or breakfast option.