My watermelon mint salad is light, refreshing, and full of fresh fruit flavor. It's the perfect summer side dish or light meal and is always a favorite at potlucks or picnics.
If you love watermelon, you have to try my watermelon basil salad with feta cheese next!
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This salad is quick, easy, and perfect for summer. Plus, it's:
- Ready to serve in just 15 minutes.
- Packed full of sweet watermelon, juicy grapes, and refreshing mint.
- Delicious! The honey-lime dressing adds just the right amount of sweetness and tang.
Watermelon Mint Salad Ingredients
A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the printable recipe card below.
- Watermelon. Use a small seedless watermelon. Choose one with a symmetrical shape and a creamy yellow spot.
- Fresh Mint Leaves. Chop the mint leaves finely. Dried mint won't work, it has to be fresh.
- Seedless Red Grapes. If you have little ones, halve the grapes before adding them to the salad. You can also use green grapes or a mixture of red and green.
- Lime Juice. Use the juice of one lime.
- Honey. Adds a touch of sweetness to the salad.
How to Make Watermelon Mint Salad
For more detailed instructions with measurements, jump to the recipe card.
Step 1
Prepare the Watermelon: Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes and place in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Combine Ingredients: Wash and dry the mint leaves thoroughly, then finely chop them. Add them to the bowl with the watermelon and the red grapes.
Step 3
Add the Dressing: Combine lime juice and honey and drizzle over top of the ingredients.
Step 4
Toss and Serve: Gently toss all the ingredients together, transfer to a serving dish, garnish with extra mint, and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Recipe Testing Notes
- If the watermelon salad sits too long in the fridge, it can become watery, so it is best served immediately.
- I made this salad with a seedless watermelon for convenience, but you can use any variety you prefer. Just make sure to remove the seeds if your watermelon has them.
- Adjust the lime juice and honey to your taste.
What to Serve with Watermelon Mint Salad
This watermelon mint salad goes well with just about anything. Some of my favorites are smoked chicken, fish tacos, and shrimp skewers.
You can also serve it alongside summer classics like burgers, sausages, and barbecue ribs.
This salad is also great for brunch with dishes like spinach mushroom feta omelette, avocado toast, and buttermilk Belgian waffles.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Absolutely! You can add fruits like blueberries, strawberries, or even a sliced cucumber.
Add a bit more honey to the dressing to make it sweeter.
Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days.
Yes, you can prepare the ingredients ahead of time, but for best results, toss the salad with the dressing right before serving.
More Summer Salad Recipes to Try
If you loved this watermelon mint salad, be sure to check out:
- Fruit Salad with Cool Whip
- Strawberry Spinach Salad
- Greek Cucumber Salad
- Old-Fashioned Potato Salad
- Hawaiian Macaroni Salad
- Old-Fashioned Cucumber Salad
- Basil Cucumber Tomato Salad
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Recipe
Watermelon Mint Salad
Ingredients
- 6 cups seedless watermelon cut in 1-inch chunks
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves chopped
- 1 cup seedless red grapes whole or halved
- 2 tablespoons lime juice juice of one lime
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Prepare the Watermelon: Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes and place in a large mixing bowl. Tip: To save time, you can buy pre-cut watermelon from the store.
- Combine Ingredients: Place red grapes and chopped mint into the bowl with the watermelon.
- Add the Dressing: In a small bowl, combine the lime juice and honey. Drizzle the mixture over the watermelon, grapes, and mint.
- Toss and Serve: Gently toss all the ingredients together, transfer to a serving dish, garnish with extra mint, and serve immediately. Enjoy!
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Recipe Notes:
- Watermelon: For the best flavor and convenience, choose a ripe, seedless watermelon. Look for one that feels heavy for its size and has a creamy yellow spot where it sat on the ground.
- Adjust Sweetness: If your watermelon isn't as sweet as you'd like it to be, add a bit more honey to the dressing.
- Extra Add-Ins: Get creative by adding other fruits like green grapes, blueberries, strawberries, or even a sliced cucumber.
- Storage Tips: Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days.
- Make Ahead: While you can prep the ingredients ahead of time, it's best to toss the salad with the dressing no more than 30 minutes before serving to keep it fresh and crisp.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
The provided nutritional information is an estimate per serving. Accuracy is not guaranteed.
About Jeri Walker
Jeri Walker is the founder and CEO of Winding Creek Ranch. She is a self-taught home cook who specializes in easy family-friendly recipes. Jeri is also a food writer who regularly writes articles for MSN. Read about Jeri's journey and connect with her on your favorite social media channels!
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