An ancient 'superfood' sent from heaven
These watermelon gelatin shots make any summer party more fun, that's for sure!
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While the sorbet is more common, it's also possible to make watermelon ice cream. You can try a very simple version by mixing it with yogurt or coconut milk in a food processor.
Like grilled pineapple, watermelon also retains its sweetness, with the added smokiness. Consider adding a touch of honey or putting it in a salad.
You can buy a ready-made mix and pop some chunks of watermelon into it, so when it solidifies you'll have this refreshing fruity gelatin.
These popsicles call for blending together watermelon cubes, liquid sweetener, and lime juice. Add a pinch of salt, and voila!
Dehydrating slices of watermelon will result in this delicious snack. They won't get crispy like potato chips, but will taste great nonetheless.
The fresh sweetness of watermelon and the saltiness of feta cheese work really well together. Have these as appetizers for your guests.
This is a refreshing as it gets. Being a sorbet, it's lighter than ice cream because it contains a lot of water.
You'll be surprised how delicious pineapple, coconut, rum, and watermelon taste together. Or maybe it's not that surprising!
Another great addition to a summer party, these pops are made by mixing mojitos with watermelon. Freeze them and enjoy this boozy treat.
This very Instagram-worthy watermelon pizza can be made with numerous toppings. Crumbled feta and blueberries work really well. So do red onions, walnuts, or prosciutto.
Instead of cooling down drinks with regular ice cubes, freeze some watermelon wedges and use them instead. It will certainly make a glass of water a lot less boring!
Spice up your food with some watermelon salsa. You can mix onion, tomato, and your favorite peppers in it.
You can give your regular watermelon slices a hot twist by sprinkling them with some chili powder or flakes.
You can serve these cocktails consisting of watermelon, lime juice, and coconut milk in halved watermelons.
Kids love them, adults love them (you can infuse them with booze), everyone loves them! Make these more visually appealing by cutting the watermelon into shapes if you can.
This classic Italian ham is rich and salty, and works particularly well with watermelon. You can put them together in a salad or even wrap a slice around a cube of watermelon.
If you've got a sweet tooth, you'll love this one. Dip cubes or wedges of watermelon into a chocolate sauce made by pouring coconut oil into melted chocolate. Let it solidify and you've got yourself a delicious sweet bite.
Add watermelon to your favorite sangria recipe for a summery twist on the famous Iberian cocktail.
This simple Italian salad can be made with watermelon. The original recipe calls for mozzarella, but you can add some feta or halloumi cheese instead.
You can add pickled watermelon rind to a variety of things, including salads, stir fries, and sandwiches.
This boozy refreshing drink will hit the spot on a hot summer's day. All you need is watermelon cubes, fresh lemon juice, sugar, and a bit of vodka.
These are a winner at any summer party! Simply add some frozen watermelon cubes to your margaritas for a refreshing slushy effect.
This Spanish cold soup is traditionally made with tomato and vegetables such as cucumber and peppers. Adding watermelon to it will give it a nice twist.
Add some frozen watermelon cubes to vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice, and you'll get a unique summertime cocktail.
You can add an even more fruity twisty to this summer classic by throwing in plenty of strawberries!
What goes well with tequila, lime juice, and triple sec? Watermelon juice, of course! This one feels more like a cocktail when compared to the slushy version previously mentioned.
Simple, sweet, and salty, plus overall absolutely delicious. Season it with a pinch of salt, pepper, extra virgin olive oil, and mint leaves. You can eat it on its own or as a side. It goes really well with grilled meats or veggie patties.
Mix a few chunks of watermelon with fresh lime juice, water, sugar, and fresh mint, and you 'll have this tasty summer drink. Of course, you can always add a spirit such as tequila, rum, or vodka.
From delicious cocktails to zingy salads, in this gallery you'll find a number of ways you can enjoy this wonderful fruit this summer. Click on!
Watermelon recipes you'll want to try this summer
Today is Watermelon Day!
FOOD Fruit
Sweet, low in calories, and high in water, watermelon is one of the most refreshing fruits you can eat in the summer. But there's more to enjoying watermelon than just eating massive slices and spitting out the seeds. It turns out watermelon is quite versatile when it comes to recipes for both meals and drinks.
From delicious cocktails to zingy salads, in this gallery you'll find a number of ways you can enjoy this wonderful fruit this summer. Click on!