Description
Grilled watermelon with a smoky char and a sweet, juicy interior, making for a refreshing and unique summer treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small watermelon, cut into 1-inch thick slices
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
- Honey or balsamic glaze (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush both sides of the watermelon slices with olive oil, then season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Place the watermelon slices on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until grill marks appear and the watermelon is slightly softened but still holds its shape.
- Remove from the grill and drizzle with fresh lime juice.
- Optionally, drizzle with honey or balsamic glaze for added sweetness and depth of flavor.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately as a refreshing side or dessert.
Notes
- Grilling watermelon enhances its natural sweetness and adds a smoky depth to the flavor.
- For an extra savory twist, you can sprinkle a little crumbled feta cheese over the grilled watermelon.
- This can be served as a unique side dish, a light dessert, or even added to salads.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg