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Easy Mexican Watermelon Salad

Easy Mexican Watermelon Salad

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This Easy Mexican Watermelon Salad is the ultimate summer dish, bursting with vibrant flavors and refreshing ingredients. Combining juicy watermelon with zesty lime and a hint of chili, this salad is perfect for outdoor gatherings or casual family meals. It’s not only quick to prepare—taking just 15 minutes—but also serves as a delightful and healthy option that will impress your guests. With its colorful presentation and balanced flavors, this salad makes a great side dish or standalone snack that complements any meal beautifully.

  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 seedless watermelon
  • 2 limes (juiced and zested)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp chili seasoning
  • 1/4 cup cotija cheese (crumbled)

Instructions

  1. Cube the watermelon into 1-inch pieces using a sharp knife.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cubed watermelon, lime juice, salt, and chili seasoning. Toss gently to coat evenly.
  3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
  4. Before serving, sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese over the salad and add lime zest. Toss gently to mix.
  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: None
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 72
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 170mg
  • Fat: 2g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg
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