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Watermelon and Jalapeño Salad

This dish combines ripe watermelon with thinly sliced peppers, onion, and a squeeze of lime to create a fresh, vibrant salad. The ingredients are mixed raw, relying on their natural textures—juicy, crisp, and tender—to achieve a bright and lively final appearance. The salad showcases contrasting flavors of sweetness, spiciness, and acidity with a crisp, juicy mouthfeel.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups watermelon, cubed ripe and sweet
  • 1 medium red onion thinly sliced
  • 2 pcs jalapeño peppers thinly sliced, seeds removed for less heat
  • 1 lime lime freshly squeezed
  • to taste salt

Equipment

  • Chef's Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Juicer or lime squeezer
  • Serving plate

Method
 

  1. Use the chef's knife and cutting board to dice the ripe watermelon into 1-inch cubes, set aside in a mixing bowl.
  2. Thinly slice the red onion into rings or strips, then add to the bowl with watermelon cubes.
  3. Remove seeds and thinly slice the jalapeño peppers, then add to the bowl. Adjust the amount based on desired spiciness.
  4. Use a lime squeezer or your hand to extract fresh lime juice from the lime, then pour over the mixture in the bowl.
  5. Add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors, then gently toss all the ingredients together until evenly combined and coated with lime juice.
  6. Transfer the salad to a serving plate or bowl, and serve immediately to enjoy the fresh, juicy textures and vibrant flavors.