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Thai Watermelon Salad

Thai Watermelon Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines juicy watermelon with crunchy vegetables and a zesty dressing. This salad is perfect for summer gatherings, bursting with flavors that transport you to tropical beaches. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, it’s guaranteed to impress at your next picnic or barbecue.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups watermelon cubes (about 1 medium watermelon)
  • 1 cup English cucumber, sliced
  • 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

Instructions

  1. Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes and slice the cucumber and red bell pepper.
  2. Roughly chop the fresh mint leaves.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, soy sauce, and sesame oil until well combined.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, toss together the watermelon, cucumber, bell pepper, and mint.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to coat.
  6. Serve in a platter or individual bowls, garnished with extra mint if desired.
  • Author: Adriana
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No cooking required
  • Cuisine: Thai

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 45
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 2g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: - For added sweetness, consider drizzling honey over the salad if your watermelon isn’t sweet enough. - Feel free to mix in other fruits like mango or pineapple for a twist. - To spice things up, add red chili flakes or sliced jalapeños.