Source: Jenifoto, AdobeStockBright and sweet watermelon pairs perfectly with a variety of fruits, vegetables, salty cheese, and even chicken, bacon, or seafood. We're sharing 20 delicious watermelon salad recipes you'll definitely want to make this summer!
1. Watermelon, Cucumber, and Feta Salad
Source: za-edoy.ruFresh, delicious, and very healthy. What more could you ask for!
You will need: 300 g watermelon flesh, 2 cucumbers, 100 g feta, 2 sprigs of mint, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp wine vinegar, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Cut the watermelon, cucumbers, and feta into medium-sized cubes. Chop the mint, mix the salad, and dress it with olive oil, wine vinegar, and spices.
2. Tomato and Watermelon Salad
Source: ok.ruWatermelon and the slight tartness of tomatoes – simply an amazing combination.
You will need: 250 g watermelon flesh, 120 g tomatoes, 70 g bryndza cheese, 2 sprigs of basil, olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Cut all ingredients into roughly equal pieces and chop the basil. Season the salad to taste and drizzle with olive oil.
3. Watermelon and Orange Salad
Source: drive2.ruA fruit salad that's perfect as a light dinner or daytime snack.
You will need: 400 g watermelon flesh, 600 g oranges, 20 g honey, cinnamon.
Preparation: Separate the oranges into segments, remove the membranes, and chop coarsely. Cut the watermelon, drizzle the salad with honey, and sprinkle with cinnamon.
4. Lentil Salad with Watermelon
Source: pinterest.comIt's especially striking with black lentils, but any type will do.
You will need: 1 cup lentils, 250 g watermelon, 7 cherry tomatoes, 150 g mozzarella, 30 g basil, 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1 tsp olive oil.
Preparation: Cook the lentils according to package instructions. Slice the cherry tomatoes, and cut the watermelon flesh into medium cubes. Roughly chop the mozzarella, finely chop the basil, and drizzle the salad with oil and balsamic vinegar.
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5. Grilled Watermelon and Pesto Salad
Source: koolinar.ruA wonderful salad recipe for a picnic or garden gathering with friends.
You will need: 200 g watermelon, 100 g cherry tomatoes, 100 g arugula, 1 red onion, 2 tbsp pesto, olive oil, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Slice the watermelon, drizzle with oil, salt, and pepper. Grill for 2 minutes on each side, then cut the flesh into pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the onion, and mix everything with arugula. Drizzle the finished salad with pesto sauce.
6. Shrimp and Watermelon Salad
Source: postila.ruThis salad can easily surprise even gourmets, it's so unusual.
You will need: 500 g peeled shrimp, 500 g watermelon, 100 g feta, 100 g arugula, 1 lime or lemon, 3 sprigs of mint, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2-3 drops of Tabasco, spices.
Preparation: Boil the shrimp for 1-2 minutes in boiling water and let them cool. Coarsely chop the watermelon flesh, finely chop the mint. Add arugula and mix everything together. Separately mix lime juice, olive oil, and Tabasco with spices. Drizzle the salad with this dressing and sprinkle with crumbled feta.
7. Watermelon and Feta Salad
Source: mixyfotos.ruA minimalist recipe with just two main ingredients.
You will need: 150 g watermelon, 40 g feta, 1 sprig of mint, 10 ml olive oil, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Cut the watermelon flesh and feta into cubes. Finely chop the mint, mix the salad, drizzle with oil, and sprinkle with ground pepper.
8. Watermelon and Plum Salad
Source: pinterest.comA luxurious combination of flavors in a very sweet and juicy salad.
You will need: 200 g watermelon, 3 plums, 1 tbsp honey.
Preparation: Cut the watermelon flesh into cubes, and the plums into wedges. Drizzle the salad with honey and, if desired, sprinkle with cinnamon or other spices.
9. Vegetable Salad with Watermelon
Source: mixyfotos.ruIf desired, sprinkle the finished salad with sesame seeds or chopped herbs.
You will need: 1 tomato, 1 cucumber, 1 bell pepper, 1/2 red onion, 150 g watermelon flesh, 2-3 salad mix, olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Roughly chop all vegetables and watermelon, mix them with the salad mix. Dress the salad with oil and season to taste.
10. Chicken and Watermelon Salad
Source: dzen.ruAn exquisite recipe with blue cheese. Especially for special occasions!
You will need: 100 g salad mix, 400 g chicken fillet, 400 g watermelon, 50 g blue cheese, 20 g almonds, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, paprika, thyme, spices.
Preparation: Marinate the chicken in spices and oil, fry on all sides, and cut into slices or cubes. Cut the watermelon flesh into cubes as well and mix everything with the salad leaves. Sprinkle the salad with crumbled cheese and chopped almonds. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar.
11. Watermelon and Corn Salad
Source: topfood.clubInstead of oil, you can also dress it with sour cream or Greek yogurt.
You will need: 100 g watermelon flesh, 1-2 cucumbers, 2 tomatoes, 3 tbsp canned corn, olive oil.
Preparation: Cut the vegetables and watermelon into small pieces. Add corn, dress the salad with olive oil, and serve.
12. Watermelon and Avocado Salad
Source: mirtesen.ruA healthy recipe with nothing superfluous!
You will need: 150 g watermelon flesh, 1 avocado, 100 g feta, 2 sprigs of basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, spices.
Preparation: Cut the avocado, watermelon, and feta into roughly equal cubes. Finely chop the basil, mix everything, and dress the salad with oil, balsamic vinegar, and spices.
13. Spinach, Mango, and Watermelon Salad
Source: pinterest.comExotic food lovers must try this salad!
You will need: 1 small watermelon, 100 g spinach, 1 mango, 50 g almonds, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, spices.
Preparation: Cut the peeled watermelon flesh and mango into cubes. Add spinach and toasted chopped almonds. Drizzle the salad with oil and balsamic vinegar, season to taste.
14. Watermelon and Bacon Salad
Source: pinterest.comIt will look very beautiful if you scoop out watermelon balls with a special spoon.
You will need: 150 g spinach, 400 g watermelon flesh, 1 red onion, 1/2 cup yogurt, 10 slices of bacon.
Preparation: Finely chop the onion and roughly chop the watermelon. Fry the bacon until crispy and chop finely. Mix all ingredients and dress the salad with yogurt.
15. Chicken and Watermelon Salad with Honey
Source: pro-arbuz.ruThe highlight of this salad is not only the ingredients but also the dressing.
You will need: 200 g chicken fillet, 300 g watermelon flesh, 60 g feta, 120 g salad mix, 1 handful of pine nuts, 3 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 clove garlic, spices.
Preparation: Season and fry the chicken fillet until cooked, cut the meat into cubes along with the watermelon and feta. Mix everything with the salad mix and sprinkle with pine nuts. Separately mix oil, honey, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Drizzle the salad with this dressing.
16. Watermelon and Melon Salad
Source: photoby.ruA maximally simple, yet very delicious summer salad.
You will need: 250 g watermelon flesh, 250 g melon flesh, 2 cucumbers, 1 bunch of arugula or spinach, 3 tbsp lemon or lime juice, 1 tsp wine vinegar, 4 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp honey, spices.
Preparation: Cut the watermelon, melon, and cucumber into cubes, and mix them with arugula. Separately mix the dressing ingredients and pour over the salad.
17. Watermelon and Strawberry Salad
Source: AdobeStockSprinkle the finished salad with chopped mint or nuts.
You will need: 300 g watermelon flesh, 200 g strawberries, 50 g feta, 3 sprigs of basil, olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Cut the watermelon and strawberries, crumble the feta, and finely chop the basil. Mix and dress the salad with oil and spices.
18. Watermelon and Prosciutto Salad
Source: womza.ruInstead of prosciutto, you can use thin slices of jamon – it will also be delicious.
You will need: 1 bunch of lettuce, 300 g watermelon flesh, 50 g peanuts, 50 g prosciutto, olive oil, lemon juice, spices.
Preparation: Cut the watermelon into cubes, and tear the lettuce leaves by hand. Add thin slices of prosciutto and sprinkle everything with chopped peanuts. Drizzle the salad with olive oil and lemon juice. Season to taste.
19. Watermelon and Radish Salad
Source: postila.ruTo make the salad more piquant, we recommend sprinkling it with chili flakes.
You will need: 400 g watermelon, 100 g radishes, 2 sprigs of mint, 2 sprigs of basil, 70 g bryndza cheese, 1/2 lime, 40 ml olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Cut the watermelon into cubes or balls. Slice the radishes very thinly, finely chop the herbs, and crumble the bryndza cheese. For the dressing, mix oil, lime juice, lime zest, and spices.
20. Watermelon and Peach Salad
Source: imghub.ruInstead of peaches, you can also use nectarines.
You will need: 300 g watermelon, 2 peaches, 1 bunch of arugula, 1/2 bunch of basil, 50 g nuts to taste, olive oil, balsamic vinegar.
Preparation: Slice the peaches into wedges, and the watermelon into medium pieces. Toast the nuts in a dry pan and chop finely. Finely chop the basil, mix all ingredients together, and dress the salad with oil and balsamic vinegar.