Fat Chunky Watermelon Salsa Recipe

This vibrant and refreshing Fat Chunky Watermelon Salsa is the perfect summer side dish! Its juicy watermelon chunks, zesty lime, and a hint of spice make it an irresistible complement to grilled seafood, chicken, or even tacos. Prepare it ahead – 30 minutes chilling time is all it needs to meld flavors perfectly (up to 2 hours in advance). But make sure to enjoy it fresh; it doesn't keep well overnight. Get ready to impress your guests with this easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing recipe!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 57.7 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fat Chunky Watermelon Salsa

  • 1 lime, juiced (1 1/2 - 2 tablespoons) and 1 lime, zest of (optional)
  • 6 cups watermelon, peeled, seeded and diced
  • 1 1/2 cups English cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced
  • 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1-2 jalapenos, seeded and minced
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste

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How to Make Fat Chunky Watermelon Salsa

  1. Wash and cut 1 lime in half. Using a small sharp knife, remove the peel and white pith from one lime half.
  2. Finely chop the peeled lime half into 1/4-inch pieces. Place the chopped lime in a medium-sized glass bowl.
  3. Add the remaining ingredients (see ingredient list for measurements) to the bowl.
  4. Gently toss all ingredients together to combine thoroughly.
  5. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend. (For best results, chill for up to 2 hours.)
  7. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

39g

Fat

0g

Carbs

4g