want to stay cool this summer? try these 5 refreshing watermelon Inspired recipes:
Watermelon Salad: This refreshing salad combines juicy watermelon, rich feta cheese, cucumber, and fresh mint leaves for a perfect summer side dish or light meal.
- add 2 cups watermelon balls to a bowl
- follow with 1/3 cup feta
- add 1 cup chopped cucumber
- and top with a pinch of mint
want to add protein? add in chopped up walnuts for some an extra cruch
Watermelon Agua Fresca: Blend watermelon chunks with lime juice, stevia, and coconut water to make a delicious and hydrating watermelon drink.
- 2 cups watermelon
- 1 1/5 juiced limes
- 2 packets of stevia
- 1 24oz coconut water
The watermelon adds the refreshing taste, the limes add zest, the stevia adds sweetness while keeping your blood sugar from spiking, and the coconut water adds natural electrolytes for your body’s hydration.
want to make it aesthetic? add lime juice to the rim then dip the glass in stevia!
Grilled Watermelon Skewers: Cut watermelon into cubes, and slice up bell peppers and jalapenos, then thread them onto skewers. Grill for a few minutes and serve with a sprinkle of sea salt and top with sugar-free BBQ sauce for a unique and smoky twist. Want to add protein? Grill up chicken separately, then add it to the skewers before serving!
- 1/4 of a watermelon
- 3 multi colored bell peppers
- 1 jalapeño or 3 depending on your heat preference
- 3 chicken breasts
Season with tahini for even more flavor! This is a delicious yet refreshing meal to enjoy with family on a hot day or at a pool party.
Watermelon Popsicles: Blend watermelon with a squeeze of lemon juice and a touch of raw honey. Pour the mixture into popsicle molds and freeze until solid for a healthy and refreshing treat. These do contain honey that contains sugar, so everything in moderation 🙂
- 1/2 of a watermelon
- 2 lemons juiced
- 1/4 cup raw honey
add in other fruits for even more flavor! i like strawberries, pineapple, and kiwi in mine.
Watermelon Salsa: Dice up watermelon, red onion, jalapeno, tomato, and cilantro. Toss them together with lime juice, tahini, salt, and pepper for a sweet and spicy salsa
- 1/4 of a watermelon
- 1/2 red onion
- 2 tomatos
- 1/4 bunch of cilantro
- 2 limes juiced
This salsa pairs amazing with grilled steak, and tacos!
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