Description
Watermelon Salsa with Jalapeño and Red Onion is a vibrant, refreshing dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This delightful salsa combines juicy watermelon with the spicy kick of jalapeño and the crunch of red onion for a flavor explosion in every bite. Whether served as a dip during barbecues or as a topping for grilled meats, this easy-to-make salsa is sure to impress your guests. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a must-try addition to your warm-weather gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups diced seedless watermelon
- 1 medium jalapeño pepper, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (or parsley)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Dice the watermelon into bite-sized cubes. Finely chop the jalapeño and red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced watermelon, chopped jalapeño, and red onion. Mix gently.
- Add chopped cilantro (or parsley) to the bowl.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture and season with salt to taste.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg