Watermelon Salsa
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Watermelon Salsa
Description
Watermelon Salsa brings together diced seedless watermelon with thinly sliced red onion, finely diced jalapeño, and chopped cilantro. Minced garlic enhances the savory notes, and freshly squeezed lime juice brightens the overall taste. A touch of salt balances the natural sweetness of the fruit. The ingredients are combined gently to maintain the texture and freshness. This cold salsa delivers a combination of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors with a crisp and juicy texture that highlights the watermelon.
The salsa works well as a topping for grilled meats or fish, a refreshing side dish, or simply as a standalone appetizer with tortilla chips. Its cool and vibrant qualities make it suitable for summer meals or picnics.
Adjust the heat level by omitting jalapeño or substituting it with milder peppers. Adding diced avocado or other fruits like mango or peaches can deepen the flavor profile or add creaminess. For a different herb note, fresh mint can replace cilantro. A drizzle of honey or agave can introduce a gentle sweetness if desired. Some spices like cumin or coriander may be added to vary the flavor further.
Ingredients
- 2 cups watermelon seedless and chopped
- ½ red onion thinly sliced
- 1 jalapeno pepper finely diced
- ½ cup cilantro chopped
- 1 garlic minced, clove
- lime juice juice of one lime
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the diced watermelon, red onion, jalapeño pepper, and cilantro.
- Drizzle the lime juice over the top of the mixture and sprinkle with salt.
- Toss gently to combine well.
- Refrigerate or serve immediately.
Notes
- To reduce spiciness, omit the jalapeño or replace it with red bell pepper.
- Fresh herbs like cilantro or mint can be swapped according to taste.
- Additional fruits such as mango or peaches can be diced in for variety.
- Adding a tablespoon of honey or agave gives a sweeter flavor balance.
- Use half the amount when substituting dried cilantro for fresh.
- Optional: Sprinkle ½ teaspoon of cumin, coriander, or chili powder for more complexity.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 32servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 4 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2tablespoons | |
| Calories | 4kcal | 0% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1g | 0% |
| Fat | 0.02g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.003g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.01g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.004g | 0% |
| Sodium | 37mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 16mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 76IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.03mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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