Watermelon-Cucumber Salad
Ingredients
Method
- Toss 3 cups diced seedless watermelon, 1 1/2 cups diced cucumber, 1 bunch sliced scallions, 1/2 cup chopped coriander, 1 seeded and minced jalepeno, the juice of 2 limes, 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil and a pinch of salt.
- Serve on a bed of watercress and sprinkle with feta cheese. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with pepper.
A juicy, zingy cucumber and melon salad that’s pure summertime bliss!
On the hunt for a salad that’s simple, speedy, and seriously refreshing? This watermelon‑cucumber salad recipe is just the ticket. Sweet watermelon meets crisp cucumber and spicy jalapeño for a mouthwatering medley that wakes up your taste buds. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or just when the heat makes you crave something light.
The magic of this cucumber and watermelon salad is all in the mix — diced melon for sweetness, crunchy cucumber for bite, sliced spring onions for edge, and a little minced jalapeño for a cheeky flicker of heat. Toss with fresh lime juice, a drizzle of olive oil, chopped coriander, and a pinch of salt, and you’ve got a dish that sings with freshness.
Want to personalise your watermelon‑cucumber salad recipe? Crumble in feta cheese for creaminess, throw in toasted pumpkin seeds for crunch, or toss through baby spinach or rocket, halved cherry tomatoes or sliced radish for extra veg. You can even add golden crispy croutons if you’re craving a crunch.
This cucumber and melon salad is endlessly versatile - serve as a side with barbecued or grilled chicken, the ultimate fish tacos, or veggie skewers, or let it shine solo as a light lunch on warm days. It’s proof that salad doesn’t need to be complicated to be spectacular.
Our watermelon‑cucumber salad recipe is sunshine on a plate, but if you’re after more happy eats, how about a fresh corn and tomato salad from Mexico, a crunchy noodle salad from China, or a Greek meatball salad, packed with the fantastic flavours of the Med.
