Description
Discover the vibrant and refreshing Mexican Watermelon Salad, a delightful dish that perfectly balances sweetness and tang. Made with juicy, ripe watermelon, creamy Queso Fresco, and fragrant cilantro, all tossed in a delicious honey-lime dressing, this salad is a must-have for your summer gatherings. With its bright colors and fresh flavors, it’s not only a feast for the eyes but also a nutritious side dish that complements grilled chicken or beef tacos wonderfully.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups watermelon, cubed
- 1/2 cup Queso Fresco cheese, crumbled
- 1/3 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- 1/2 cup clover honey
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 heaping teaspoon grated lime zest
- 1/2 teaspoon flaky salt
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together clover honey, lime juice, lime zest, and flaky salt until well combined.
- In a large serving bowl, add cubed watermelon and crumbled Queso Fresco.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients.
- Gently toss to combine until everything is coated with dressing.
- Just before serving, sprinkle chopped cilantro on top for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg