Spicy Tomato and Watermelon Salad
Sep 01, 2023, Updated Oct 04, 2023
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If you are looking for a refreshing salad, you have got to try this Spicy Tomato and Watermelon Salad. It’s got Mexican flavors with the Jalapeño Vinaigrette, red onion, cilantro and cotija cheese. Plus, you will enjoy the fresh flavors of watermelon and tomatoes…a combination that is beloved by everyone. It’s simply a must try this summer!
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This salad has irresistible flavor contrasts that will have you savoring each bite. This sweet and spicy combo celebrates the peak-of-summer produce. It is perfect and satisfying as a meal on its own, or it makes the perfect side for any dish! Plus, you can control how much “spice” you want in this salad!
Tips to Making the Perfect Tomato and Watermelon Salad
This is a pretty simple and easy recipe. Here are a few tips:
- Ensure all your ingredients are chopped into bite sized pieces.
- If you want to make the recipe a little less spicy, de-seed the jalapeños before chopping.
- Allow the watermelon to sit in a strainer for about 30 minutes so that the salad doesn’t become overly juicy.
- Pour the dressing on right before serving or once it’s plated.
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Ingredients Needed for the Jalapeño Vinaigrette
- jalapeños
- green onion
- cilantro
- honey
- garlic
- lime juice
- extra virgin olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
Ingredients for Tomato and Watermelon Salad
- watermelon
- snacking tomatoes
- bicolor corn
- jalapeño
- red onion
- cilantro
- salt
- black pepper
- cotija cheese
How to Make This Delicious Recipe
Jalapeño Vinaigrette
First, whisk together jalapeños, green onions, cilantro, agave nectar, garlic, lime juice. Next, slowly drizzle in olive oil and whisk until well blended. Finally, season with salt and pepper.
Tomato and Watermelon Salad
- In a large bowl toss together watermelon, tomatoes, corn, jalapeño, and red onion.
- In the same bowl, sprinkle in cilantro and salt & pepper.
- OPTIONAL: Transfer to a serving plate or bowl.
- Top with crumbled cotija cheese and reserved fresh cilantro.
How to Store Tomato and Watermelon Salad
Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Place the dressing in a mason jar, and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. This recipe is delicious at room temperature or served cold. Your choice!
More Delicious Salad Recipes to Try:
- Jennifer Aniston Salad – one of the team’s favorite recipes, perfect for meal prep!
- TikTok Greek Goddess Salad – super easy to make, super delicious and a must try this summer!
- Chef Salad Kabobs – great recipe for entertaining.
- Rainbow Salad with Mushrooms – useful way to use up produce, packed full of flavor.
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Spicy Tomato and Watermelon Salad
Ingredients
Jalapeño Vinaigrette
- 2 Jalapeños seeded and minced
- 3 tbsp green onion thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp cilantro chopped
- 1 tsp honey
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup lime juice freshly squeezed
- 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
Salad
- 1 pound fresh watermelon diced
- 12 oz tomatoes
- 2 ears bicolor corn cooked & removed from cob
- 1 jalapeño thinly sliced
- 1 medium red onion diced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves chopped (a small amount reserved for final topping)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 4 ounces cotija cheese crumbled (about 3/4 cup)
Instructions
Jalapeño Vinaigrette
- Whisk together jalapenos, green onions, cilantro, agave nectar, garlic, lime juice. Slowly drizzle in olive oil, whisk until well blended. Season with salt and pepper.
Salad
- In a large bowl toss together watermelon, tomatoes, corn, jalapeno, and red onion.
- In same bowl, sprinkle in Cilantro, Salt & Pepper
- OPTIONAL: Transfer to serving plate or bowl
- Top with crumbled cotija cheese and reserved fresh cilantro.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
