Spicy Watermelon Salad With Pineapple and Lime
- Total Time
- 15 minutes
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Ingredients
Yield:6 to 8 servings
- 3tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1teaspoon fresh lime zest, plus 2 tablespoons juice
- 1tablespoon honey
- 1jalapeño, thinly sliced
- Kosher salt and black pepper
- ¼cup finely chopped red onion
- 1¼pounds fresh watermelon, chilled
- 1¼pounds fresh pineapple, chilled
- 4ounces feta, crumbled (about ⅔ cup)
- 1packed cup small cilantro sprigs, or ⅓ packed cup torn fresh mint
- Tajín, for sprinkling (optional)
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Nutritional analysis per serving (8 servings)
148 calories; 8 grams fat; 2 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 4 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 19 grams carbohydrates; 2 grams dietary fiber; 14 grams sugars; 3 grams protein; 410 milligrams sodium
Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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- Step 1
In a large bowl, stir together oil, vinegar, lime zest and juice, honey and jalapeño. Season generously with salt and pepper. Add the red onion and toss to coat. Let marinate, 10 minutes.
- Step 2
While the onions marinate, chop the watermelon and the pineapple into 1-inch cubes, discarding any seeds. Add watermelon and pineapple to the vinaigrette and toss to coat; season to taste. Refrigerate until serving.
- Step 3
When ready to serve, add feta and herbs to salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with Tajin, if using, and serve immediately.
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Janet
I’ve never seen a recipe call for pineapple and watermelon by the pound. Could you translate this to cups
Jacqueline
If you are looking for tajin, and happen to be near a Trader Joe's, their chile-lime seasoning blend is perfect. Will only set you back $1.99 and is great on fresh jicama:)
Randy
I thought the specified 1" cubes were too large so I did 3/4" dice. I used a heavy, dense seedless watermelon. (When you spank a melon you are testing its density by listening for a deep resonant "thump"). 1 1/4 pounds cut in 3/4 inch dice yielded a generous 4 cups. Pineapples are much more dense than melons and 1 1/4 pounds cut in 3/4 inch dice yielded a bit more than 3 cups. Cut the fruit and put in a strainer to drain. Add the vinaigrette at the last minute and toss with the garnishes..
Margo
I cut the fruit about 2hrs ahead of serving, and drained it before mixing the salad. Much less juicy that way.
Lori B
Just because it only requires a knife, a whisk, and a bowl doesn’t make it easy to prepare. When was the last time you dissected a fresh pineapple? 15 minutes for the whole dish?
Margo
This recipe is amazing! Served it last night along side grilled King salmon for a backyard bbq and it was a hit! I purchased two 1lb packages of pineapple spears from Trader Joe's to get the "pound and a half," and cut the equivalent watermelon (about 1/2 of a 11" diameter round, seedless melon) to match. I also used Trader Joe's Chile-Lime seasoning in place of tajin...fresh mint, versus cilantro. Don't skip adding the jalepeno to the dressing - it adds great flavor and chilis can be removed!
Betty Dilley
With the Mexican-inspired theme, is anyone else thinking cotija cheese instead of feta? I can't wait to try this variation.
Elisabeth Morrissey
Thank you for including the mint substitution for the--I almost wrote soapweed--cilantro. I've got that weird aldehyde-sensitive gene and can't stand the stuff.
George Weldon
I've made this three times in the past two weeks. three different groups. it was the hands down favorite salad of the summer for all. the next time I'll use mint leaves.
stephanie
pineapple doesn't require "dissecting" though...just cut off the top and the bottom, then slice down the sides to remove the skin and eyes. remove the core and chop as desired. or, buy it already broken down if you're really short on time.
SAF
Made this roughly as written, but with about half as much feta and a combination of mint and cilantro. I did use about half of the dressing on the salad let that refrigerate, and then drained all of it, to get some of the juice off, then put on the rest of the dressing when I added the herbs, feta, and tajin. Will make again, easy enough with pre-cut fruit.
Callen
I love cilantro but one packed cup of cilantro seems like way too much.
JRH
Made this pretty much right along with the recipe...went with mint instead of cilantro and Mexican queso fresco instead of the feta.... it was a huge hit! If you are on the edge about this one, give it a try...it is really that good.
Jenn
Mango would be good if you don’t like pineapple, or maybe oranges for something with a bit of acidity.
richard
can eliminate the pineapple
CathyM
Another winner! Didn't have tajin, but didn't miss it - also used mint over cilantro for some cilantro adverse friends. It will be our new favourite watermelon salad for the summer
Di
Great salad. I used Mikes Hot Honey instead of honey jalapeño. Instead of feta, I used Manchego. For protein I included strips of grilled chicken. Next time I’ll throw in some arugula too.
Christopher
I have done a version of this with chorizo discs added to the watermelon and feta- the addition of pineapple and jalapeños will I’m sure take it to new heights. Mint not cilantro for me - always!
Seagroves
One personal size watermelon and a largeish pineapple once diced weighed out to almost exactly 1 1/4 pounds. I put the small amount left over in snacking container. Made with the mojito mint that is taking over my garden. Jalapeños were not too much once they were marinated but plenty hot when I licked honey off my fingers after cutting it up. Made the recipe exactly as written except I forgot the tajin. The first bite was indescribably delicious!
Amanda Kunz
Added cucumber to it and my crew isn’t as big of a fan of jalapeños as I am so I subbed in red pepper flakes and chili lime seasoning to add a milder bite to it. I will say use this recipe more loosely and go by taste with the dressing. I had better results with balancing out the flavors that way.
janisani
I liked this very much. It was quite restorative after a long hot hike. I added arugula and watercress.
Laura D
Made this without the pineapple and with the mint. Exactly what I was looking for- don’t skimp on the feta
Marilynn
We made homemade Tajín to sprinkle on top. Fantistic. I tablespoon chille flakes, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon sea salt, zest from 1 lime (put all in the food processor until coarse grind). Have in a separate bowl to add as garnish for those who don't like spice. Such great flavors. Don't mix too soon. A big hit on a hot summer night!
Sadaf Trimarchi
This was so good as a side to a grilled steak I made. I didn't use as much watermelon or pineapple, and kind of just eyeballed it to make enough for two people. The flavors (Yes on the tajin! Yes on the jalepeno!) were "so lit!" Great summer recipe, and a keeper.
David B
Best summer dish so far! Everyone loved this. My first time peeling a fresh pineapple, and it made a difference. Went a little lighter with the oil (1.5 tbs). The lime juice and jalapeno were a hit. Could've used a little less feta. Used cilantro, but will try mint next time!
Lara
Absolutely delicious. The tajin make a huge difference! I've never used it before but this is going to change for sure. And do not drain the fruit. Their juices mixed with the dressing are what makes this salad so good.
Dan G.
I made this for dinner tonight. We had it with grilled chicken breast & garlic bread. The recipe is perfect for hot summer days, but next time I‘ll make one change. I‘ll halve (at least) the recipe‘s recommendation for cilantro. It’s just too intense.
Delise
Delicious. Didn't use the pineapple or honey, as I felt it would be too sweet. Added cubed avocado. Served with grilled bone-in chicken thighs seasoned with tajin, garlic and onion powder.
Karen
This is fabulous. Made it to accompany fish tacos while on a humid beach vacation and everyone loved it. It was okay the next day but doubt it would hold beyond that. This makes a very generous amount.
S
Decided against the feta, was fantastic. Like a hybrid salad / pineapple watermelon salsa.
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