Limón-Chile Watermelon Salad
Prep Time
15 min
Total Time
15 min
Servings
6
Featured Spices
Difficulty
Moderate
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About this Recipe
In the heat of summer, nothing refreshes quite like a watermelon salad. The cool, crisp watermelon cubes paired with the zesty kick of Limón-Chile—crafted with sumac, Marash chile, and Urfa biber—create a dynamic blend of flavors. Each bite offers a burst of sweetness balanced by a subtle tang and a hint of smoky warmth of these chiles. Garnished with salty cheese and a squeeze of lime, this salad celebrates seasonal indulgence, perfect for cooling down.
Instructions
1
Cut the watermelon into 1-inch cubes until you have approximately 6 cups. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
2
Sprinkle the crumbled queso fresco over the cubed watermelon.
3
Drizzle the lime juice evenly over the salad.
4
Sprinkle 1-2 teaspoons of Limón-Chile spice over the salad, adjusting to your preferred level of spiciness.
5
Scatter chopped fresh cilantro leaves over the salad for added freshness and flavor.
6
Gently toss the salad to combine all ingredients.
7
Transfer to a serving platter.
8
Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing and flavorful cubed watermelon salad!
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