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Watermelon Salad with Cotija and Serrano Chiles

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A refreshing salad with sweet watermelon, salty Cotija cheese, spicy serrano chiles, fresh cilantro, and crunchy red onion, all brought together with a tangy lime and honey dressing.

Ingredients for Watermelon Salad with Cotija and Serrano Chiles

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Fresh Lime Juice, freshly squeezed

cups

Honey

tablespoons

Salt

to taste

Seedless Watermelon, cubed

cups

Cotija Cheese, crumbled

cups

Serrano Chiles, thinly sliced

each

Red Onion, thinly sliced

cups

How to Make Watermelon Salad with Cotija and Serrano Chiles

1. Make the Dressing

In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, olive oil, and honey. Season with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

2. Combine Ingredients

In a large serving bowl, combine the cubed seedless watermelon. Sprinkle the crumbled Cotija cheese over the top. Add the thinly sliced serrano chiles, fresh cilantro leaves, and thinly sliced red onion.

3. Toss and Serve

Pour the prepared dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together until well mixed. Serve immediately while the watermelon is still cold and crisp.

Variations

Mediterranean Melon Salad

Use cantaloupe, feta cheese, Kalamata olives, cucumbers, mint, and a red wine vinaigrette. Serve with grilled pita bread on the side.

Savory Watermelon Salad

Stick with watermelon but add grilled shrimp or chicken for protein, replace cilantro with flat-leaf parsley, and throw in some avocado for creaminess. Dress with a lemon-olive oil vinaigrette.

Peachy Keen Salad

Use fresh peaches, crumbled blue cheese, arugula, sliced red onions, and jalapeños. Dress with a balsamic reduction and garnish with toasted almonds.

Tropical Heat Salad

Combine pineapple, halloumi cheese, red onion, cilantro, and habanero chiles. Dress with a honey-lime vinaigrette and a sprinkle of toasted coconut.

Asian-Inspired Mango Salad

Mix ripe mango, Thai basil, thinly sliced red cabbage, and crumbled ricotta salata. Dress with a lime-fish sauce vinaigrette and top with crushed peanuts.

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