Tag: watermelon

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Watermelon and Arugula Chicken Salad 3

If watermelon wedges are a mainstay at your summer cookouts, try dicing for this instant, gorgeous salad. Ingredients 4 cups cubed fresh watermelon 1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint 1 (5-ounce) package arugula 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted 8 ounces skinless, boneless rotisserie chicken breast, shredded (about 2 cups) 2 […]

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Steamed Shrimp and Watermelon Salad 10

Steaming the shrimp helps prevent overcooking and keeps it succulent. Watermelon makes a surprisingly good pairing. Ingredients 3 cups water 1 cup apple cider vinegar 1 pound peeled and deveined tail-on raw large shrimp 1/3 cup minced shallots 2 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon honey 3 tablespoons canola oil […]

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Watermelon and Cucumber Tonic 19

A reinterpretation of the familiar gin and tonic, this cocktail includes fresh watermelon and cucumber juices for a refreshing taste. Ingredients 6 cups cubed seeded watermelon, divided 1/4 cup mint leaves, divided 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, divided 1 English cucumber, peeled, sliced, and divided (about 3 cups) 2 1/2 cups tonic water, chilled 1 […]

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Watermelon Salad with Feta and Cucumber Pickles 11

Sumac–available at spice stores–adds a subtle piney, tangy note, but don’t worry if you can’t find it: The salad will still have loads of flavor complexity without it. You could also sub 1 teaspoon of prepared horseradish for the wasabi powder. Ingredients 1 cup sugar 1 cup cider vinegar 1/2 cup water 1 teaspoon kosher […]

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Red Snapper with Chunky Tomato-Watermelon Salsa

The salsa combines sweetness from watermelon; acid from tomatoes and lime; a bit of heat from the chile; and a pop of herbal freshness from cilantro and mint. It pairs particularly well with red snapper and would be lovely with most any mild white fish. To get the fish skin good and crisp, be sure […]

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Toasted Farro Salad with Watermelon and Peaches

Toasting the farro before boiling it brings out an added layer of rich nuttiness to this hearty grain salad. Complemented by fresh herbs and sweet, juicy peaches and watermelon, this summertime side dish is the ultimate refreshing and nutritious bite you need. Serve it immediately, or let the flavors meld in the refrigerator for a couple […]

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Watermelon-Tomato Salad

Ingredients 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes 1 cup baby arugula 1/4 cup thinly vertically sliced red onion 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves 12 ounces seedless watermelon, cut into thin triangle slices 1 ounce pecorino Romano cheese, shaved […]

Watermelon “Steak” Salad

Ingredients 1 medium-size red onion, sliced 1 cup seasoned rice wine vinegar 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tablespoon sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons table salt 12 cups assorted tender salad greens (such as mâche, watercress, arugula, and Bibb) 1 cup crumbled Cotija or feta cheese Smoky Dijon Dressing 8 (1 1/4-inch-thick) chilled seedless watermelon slices, rinds […]

What Happens To Your Body When You Consume Watermelon Regularly

Around 92% of watermelon is composed of water, but aside from its refreshing and hydrating effects, it is also rich in essential nutrients that are good for the body. Each refreshing bite can provide your body with sufficient amounts of antioxidants, lycopene, amino acids, potassium and Vitamins A, B6 and C. It is also fat-free […]