• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

A Little And A Lot logo

  • Recipes
  • RV Life
  • About Rebecca
    • Work With Me
  • Meal Plans
    • Meal Plan FAQs
  • Privacy Policy
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
menu icon
go to homepage
search icon
Homepage link
  • Recipes
  • Full Time RV Living
  • About Rebecca
  • Weekly Meal Plans
  • Weekly Meal Plan FAQs
  • Privacy Policy
×

Home » Salads

Watermelon Salad with Chili and Lime

Published: Aug 2, 2018 · Modified: Feb 14, 2022 by RebeccaBlackwell · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

29 shares
  • Share
  • Tweet
Jump to Recipe·Print Recipe

Chunks of juicy, sweet, fresh summer watermelon coated in a dressing of chili, cilantro, and lime. This summer salad is full of flavors that you might think don't go together... until you find yourself eating the entire bowl and wishing for more.

A bowl of savory watermelon salad with chili and lime.

Savory Watermelon Salad with Chili and Lime

Use any leftover watermelon to make yummy Watermelon Tequila Spritzers - which can be made with or without the tequila.

Add some extra crunch with Yemenite Ja'ala

Yemenite Ja'ala is a delicious mix of nuts and seeds, coated with spices and roasted until crunchy and flavorful. Making it couldn't be easier. Simply dump a variety of nuts and seeds in a bowl, add some spices, olive oil and boiling water, spread it onto a pan, and pop it in the oven to roast.

Ja’ala makes a delicious, healthy grab-and-go snack, is a delightful addition to a charcuterie plate or cheese board, and is one of my favorite ways to top a salad.

Get the recipe for Yemenite Ja'ala.

A tray of Yemenite Ja'ala, roasted, spiced nut and seeds.

This Watermelon Salad goes well with...

Dishes that go well with Watermelon Salad: Stuffed Poblano Peppers, Black Bean Tostadas with Corn Salsa, Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Pineapple Coleslaw, Scallops with Chorizo and Roasted Corn
  • Stuffed Poblano Peppers
  • Black Bean Tostadas with Corn Salsa
  • Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Pineapple Coleslaw
  • Scallops with Chorizo and Roasted Corn

If you give this recipe a try, let me know! Leave a comment, rate it, or take a picture and tag it #alittleandalot on Instagram.

Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Savory watermelon salad with chili and lime.

Watermelon Salad with Chili and Lime


  • Author: RebeccaBlackwell
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings
Print Recipe
Pin Recipe

Description

Chunks of juicy, sweet, fresh summer watermelon coated in a dressing of chili, cilantro, and lime.


Ingredients

  • About 3 lb fresh seedless watermelon (approximately half of a small 6 lb watermelon), cut into large chunks
  • 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 2 tsp Tajin Seasoning (*See note)
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Flaky sea salt

Instructions

  1. Put the watermelon chunks into a large bowl and set aside.
  2. Add the lime, honey and Tajin Seasoning to a small bowl and stir to combine. Slowly whisk in the olive oil, pouring it in a thing steady stream while you whisk to create an emulsion. Stir in the cilantro.
  3. Pour the dressing over the watermelon and toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with about ½ teaspoon sea salt. Toss gently once more. Taste, add more salt if you like, and serve.

Notes

Tajin Seasoning is a yummy seasoning made from dried chilies and lime. My local grocery store doesn't carry it, so I order it on Amazon. You can also substitute any Mexican seasoning blend that includes chili powder in the list of ingredients. If you use a seasoning blend that does not contain lime, you might want to increase the amount of lime juice in this recipe. Just mix up the dressing and taste it to determine weather it warrants a few more drops of lime.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad

Keywords: watermelon salad, fruit salad, side salad, summer fruit, watermelon

Did you make this recipe?

Tag @littleandalot on Instagram and hashtag it #alittleandalot

Taking a bite of watermelon salad with chili and lime.
8
« Smashed Potatoes
Watermelon Tequila Spritzers »

Reader Interactions

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe rating ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆ ★☆

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Primary Sidebar

Rebecca Blackwell

Hi! I’m Rebecca, a recipe developer, food photographer, and full time RV nomad.

My husband Steve and I are digital nomads living in a 43-foot 5th wheel. Favorite things include hanging out with our daughters, motorcycle riding, being close to the water, and anything that includes chilies or custard.

More about me →

Sign up for email updates

* indicates required

Top Recipes

  • Pork Carnitas Recipe ~ Instant Pot or Slow Cooker
  • Homemade Meatballs in Marinara Sauce {Italian Style Recipe}
  • Asian Short Ribs {Instant Pot, Slow Cooker, or Oven Braised}
  • Crispy Fried Potatoes {Country Potatoes}
  • Crispy Chile Rellenos ~ Fast, Easy, Extra Crispy Method
  • The BEST Green Chili with Pork Ribs and Hatch Chile
  • Indian Rice
  • Best Classic Meatloaf with Sausage

No Recipe Required

  • Simple Roasted Beets {No Recipe Required}
  • Crispy Corn Tortilla Quesadillas {No Recipe Required}
  • White Beans on Toast with Veggies and Greens
  • Roast Chicken Salad with Mango Lime Dressing

Quick and Easy

  • Salmon Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette and Almond Salsa
  • Almond Salsa with Green Chiles
  • Grilled Lemon Rosemary Chicken in a Sugar and Salt Brine
  • Blackstone Dinner Ideas

Weekend Cooking

  • Black Bean Tostadas with Corn Salsa and Enchilada Cream
  • Lasagna Béchamel with Mushroom Ragù {Meatless}
  • Lasagna Bolognese with Parmesan Béchamel
  • Baked Potato Skins with Kimchi Mayo and Gochujang Sauce

Let's Get Lost

  • Let's Get Lost, March 2022
  • What is Boondocking?
  • Let's Get Lost, February 2022
  • Let's Get Lost, January 2022

Footer

↑ back to top

A Little and A Lot

  • Privacy Policy
  • About Rebecca
  • RV Life
  • Recipes
  • Meal Plans

Recipes

  • Quick and Easy
  • Weekend Cooking
  • Soups and Stews
  • Dinner Recipes
  • Lunch Recipes

Sign Up for Email Updates

* indicates required

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Copyright © 2020 Brunch Pro on the Brunch Pro Theme

29 shares