The Unexpected Power of Watermelon & Avocado—A Salad for the Unexpected Moments

This isn’t your typical summer fruit salad. I stumbled on this combo while trying to clear my fridge, honestly. Watermelon’s got this sharp, almost icy scent, the kind that makes you instantly aware of the weather outside. When you bite into crisp, juicy chunks paired with the creamy richness of avocado, it’s like they’re arguing but in a good way, each flavor amplifying the other. No fancy ingredients, just real honest fruit that’s been around forever. But right now, it feels like a reminder. Midyear, mid-chaos, sometimes the best thing you can do is throw things together and hope for a moment of stillness. The crunch of watermelon against the smooth avocado — it’s kind of a small rebellion against the usual salads that just pass through the day.

Watermelon and Avocado Salad

This salad combines juicy, crisp watermelon chunks with smooth, ripe avocado slices. The ingredients are simply prepared and assembled, resulting in a fresh dish with contrasting textures—crunchy and creamy—that highlights the natural flavors of the fruit. It’s served raw without cooking, emphasizing the refreshing quality of the ingredients.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Fusion

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

  

• 2 cups watermelon peeled, seeded, and cut into bite-sized chunks
• 1 ripe avocado peeled, pitted, sliced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
• to taste salt and pepper for seasoning

Equipment

• Chef's Knife
• Cutting Board
• Mixing Bowl
• Serving plates

Method

 

1. Arrange the watermelon chunks on a large serving platter, ensuring an even distribution of color and size for visual appeal.
2. Use a sharp chef's knife to peel, pit, and thinly slice the avocado into even slices. Gently fan out the avocado slices over the watermelon on the platter.
3. Sprinkle lemon juice evenly over the fruit to prevent browning and add brightness. Lightly season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Gently toss the fruits in the bowl to distribute the lemon juice and seasoning without breaking the avocado slices, then transfer the mixture back onto the platter if needed.
5. Finish by arranging the salad attractively on serving plates, optionally garnishing with additional herbs or a drizzle of olive oil for extra flavor.

Honestly, I kind of like that it doesn’t try too hard. Just fresh, real produce, thrown together with a little salt, maybe a squeeze of lime. No fuss. That’s rare enough these days. Sometimes dishes don’t need a purpose, just a moment when you can forget yourself for a second — or at least pretend to.

Jonny

I’m Jonny, the cook, writer, and food lover behind this flavorful corner of the internet. Whether it’s a sizzling weeknight stir-fry, a no-bake dessert that saves the day, or a comforting Sunday classic — this blog is where I share recipes that are bold, doable, and made to impress without the stress.