Description
Spicy Watermelon Salad with Cilantro and Lime is the ultimate summer dish that combines refreshing sweetness with a zesty kick. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or family dinners, this vibrant salad features juicy watermelon paired with spicy jalapeños and fragrant cilantro, all brought together by a tangy lime dressing. Not only is it visually appealing, but it’s also versatile enough to fit various dietary preferences, including gluten-free, vegan, and paleo. Delight your taste buds with this easy-to-make salad that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 mini watermelon (or 1/4 of a regular watermelon), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 jalapeño, thinly sliced (adjust to taste)
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Pinch of red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cut the watermelon into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large bowl or on a platter.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and chili flakes.
- Stir in chopped cilantro and jalapeño until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the watermelon just before serving. Garnish with flaky sea salt and additional chili flakes if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 92
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg