It’s time to get creative and think outside the box when it comes to salsa! This one is lightly sweet, refreshing and a huge crowd pleaser. It’s perfect for your next barbecue or cookout.
Before I start talking about how much I love this salsa, I wanted to take a moment and thank you all for your kind words and support after I shared the news of my melanoma diagnosis. Thank you for your prayers and positive thoughts and for sharing your similar experiences with me. It means the world to me to have all of your support. I am beyond thankful for all of you. Every single one!
I spent the weekend in Chicago with some of my favorite food blogger friends at a wonderful conference called, Eat Write Retreat. It was amazing to connect with such passionate and talented bloggers. I love that I have made some true friends that I always love spending time with. My little guys missed me and I missed them and now it’s back to reality. I went back to the doctor today and had my stitches removed. I wasn’t surprised that my incision became infected. It’s really difficult to keep a large incision “rested” when it’s on your belly and you are traveling. Oh well. The good news is the pathology report came back clear and my margins are clean! So I will have (another) gross scar on my belly. I am healthy and have a lot to be thankful for.
Now let’s talk about this salsa. How ridiculously adorable is that little watermelon bowl? I know! This has a great presentation and I should know, I have already brought it to several summer parties. It looks fancy, but it really isn’t. I love when that happens.
I must be on a watermelon/mint kick these days because I make my Watermelon Mint Slush 3-4 times a week. It is my favorite combination these days. It’s so refreshing and has the perfect amount of (natural) sweetness. I make my Tropical Fruit Salsa from The Everything Wheat-Free Diet Cookbook very often (on page 173 to be exact) but I wanted to try another fruity version of salsa this time. I am in love!
Watermelon Mint Salsa
Ingredients
- 1 small personal size watermelon
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons onion minced
- 3 tablespoons lime
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro chopped
- 1/2 large bell pepper seeded and chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint chopped
- 1 tablespoon jalapeño seeded and minced
- salt to taste
Instructions
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Scoop out watermelon and chop into bite size pieces.
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Place in colander with a bowl underneath it to save all the juice.
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Place in the refrigerator overnight.
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The next day, mix all the ingredients in a medium bowl and put back into the refrigerator for at least an hour to combine flavors.
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When ready to serve, place into watermelon bowl and serve cold.
I hope you enjoy this as much as we did! It’s perfect for the 4th of July!
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says
July 1, 2015 at 11:35 amI am obsessed with watermelon, especially on hot summer days. It is refreshing and the addition of the mint in this salsa is perfect!
lauren.kelly says
July 1, 2015 at 11:05 pmEqually as obsessed Ashley 🙂
Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says
July 1, 2015 at 11:47 amWatermelon + mint?! Is there any other flavor combo that could be SO refreshing? Me thinks not. And with these insane heat we are having, I want to face plant into that bowl! Pinned!
lauren.kelly says
July 1, 2015 at 11:05 pmTotally agree Taylor!
Ally's Sweet & Savory Eats says
July 1, 2015 at 12:00 pmSo happy to hear your report came back clean! Cheers to continued good health. And this salsa – so refreshing and CUTE served in the watermelon rind!
lauren.kelly says
July 1, 2015 at 11:05 pmThank you so much Ally!
claire @the realistic nutritionist says
July 1, 2015 at 1:29 pmI love the edible presentation!!
The Food Hunter says
July 1, 2015 at 7:27 pmthat is GREAT news!! I had this combination last summer for the first time and loved it.
lauren.kelly says
July 1, 2015 at 10:59 pmThanks Theresa!
Martha @ A Family Feast says
July 1, 2015 at 7:32 pmSo glad you had a good report back after your surgery! And – so glad you shared this yummy recipe! I have a watermelon in the fridge and some mint growing in the garden…thanks for the recipe inspiration!
lauren.kelly says
July 1, 2015 at 10:59 pmThank you so much Martha!
Heather / girlichef says
July 1, 2015 at 7:56 pmEeek! I can’t imagine trying to travel with a belly incision…I’m rough on myself as it is with the weight of my bags and such. Glad your report came back clear! This salsa sounds wonderful and refreshing, I love the combo of watermelon and mint (and so great served in a hollowed out melon).
lauren.kelly says
July 1, 2015 at 10:58 pmThat was exactly my problem, Heather. I was carrying my bag and it kept kitting my incision 🙁 I’ll just have to eat both of these watermelon halves to make me feel better 😉
Stephanie says
July 1, 2015 at 8:07 pmThis salsa sounds so yummy and I love the presentation!
lauren.kelly says
July 1, 2015 at 10:57 pmThank you Stephanie!
Gina | Running to the Kitchen says
July 2, 2015 at 2:05 amSo glad everything came back ok and healthy. <3 And look at you with that fancy watermelon serving bowl! 😉
lauren.kelly says
July 2, 2015 at 11:29 amThank you so much Gina!
Cookin+Canuck says
July 2, 2015 at 1:37 pmThat’s so great to hear that the pathology report came back clean. You must be so relieved! This watermelon looks positively addictive…and refreshing!
lauren.kelly says
July 3, 2015 at 4:40 pmThank you so much Dara!
Brenda@Sugar-Free Mom says
July 2, 2015 at 2:31 pmI had such a wonderful weekend with you and I’m so very happy to hear the great news!!! A little scar but who cares, you are healthy! Love you my friend!
lauren.kelly says
July 3, 2015 at 4:40 pmThank you Brenda! I miss you already 🙂
Paula - bell'alimento says
July 2, 2015 at 3:06 pmHooray for good news and watermelon! Which I just so happen to have one of in my fridge as I type. Look out watermelon mint salsa.
lauren.kelly says
July 3, 2015 at 4:38 pmThanks Paula!
Lynn says
July 2, 2015 at 6:19 pmGlad to hear your on the mend! This salsa looks out of this world!!! What an original and beautiful presentation it makes. I plan on making this at our July 4th BBQ this weekend!!!!
lauren.kelly says
July 3, 2015 at 4:38 pmThank you Lynn, I hope you like it!
Kim Beaulieu says
July 3, 2015 at 4:06 amLauren I had no idea about any of this. I’ve been so preoccupied, I am so sorry. I am so glad you are okay and things look good. That’s so scary. Big hugs your way. And much empathy.
On a lighter note this recipe is fabulous. I love watermelon salsa, or just watermelon straight up. When I was pregnant with my son I must have eaten a watermelon a day for the last two months. It’s all I wanted, 24/7. So weird, right.
lauren.kelly says
July 3, 2015 at 4:37 pmOh gosh Kim, we are all preoccupied with our stuff, especially when kids are involved! 🙂 Thank you so much!! I agree, watermelon is everything!
Kirsten/ComfortablyDomestic says
July 3, 2015 at 4:58 pmHooray for clean margins! I can’t imagine trying to rest an incision on your belly without plopping on the couch for weeks, but life must go on. Glad you had fun at EWR. This salsa would be a refreshing snack to nosh on while resting in the shade.
lauren.kelly says
July 3, 2015 at 5:56 pmThanks Kristen!
kellie+@+The+Suburban+Soapbox says
July 6, 2015 at 1:21 pmSo glad you had a good report from the doctor! It looked like you had so much fun at EWR…wish I could have joined you. 🙂 This salsa looks divine btw….can’t wait to try it.