Mexican Watermelon Papaya Salad With Tequila Vinaigrette Recipe

This vibrant Mexican Watermelon Papaya Salad, inspired by Food & Wine Magazine (May 2008), is a light, healthy, and vegetarian delight! Perfect for a hot summer day, this refreshing salad combines juicy watermelon and papaya with a zesty tequila vinaigrette. Easy to make in just 25 minutes, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 25 mins

Calories 166.5 kcal

Protein 3g

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Ingredients for Mexican Watermelon Papaya Salad With Tequila Vinaigrette

Fresh Lime Juice
Fresh Lemon Juice
1 tablespoon tequila
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
White Wine Vinegar
Salt And Pepper
Papayas
Seedless Watermelon
1 cup diced jicama
2 cups mixed greens
1 ripe avocado, diced

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How to Make Mexican Watermelon Papaya Salad With Tequila Vinaigrette

In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar, and 1 tablespoon tequila.
Whisk in 1/4 cup olive oil and season the vinaigrette with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
Add 2 cups cubed papaya, 2 cups cubed watermelon, 1 cup diced jicama, and 2 cups mixed greens to the bowl. Toss gently to combine.
Add 1 ripe avocado, cut into bite-sized pieces, and toss gently to avoid mashing.
Season the salad with additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mexican Watermelon Papaya Salad With Tequila Vinaigrette?

Mexican Watermelon Papaya Salad With Tequila Vinaigrette takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mexican Watermelon Papaya Salad With Tequila Vinaigrette?

Mexican Watermelon Papaya Salad With Tequila Vinaigrette has approximately 166.5 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 18 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mexican Watermelon Papaya Salad With Tequila Vinaigrette?

The key ingredients for Mexican Watermelon Papaya Salad With Tequila Vinaigrette are Fresh Lime Juice, Fresh Lemon Juice, Tequila, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, White Wine Vinegar, Salt And Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.