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This Watermelon Mint Salsa is the perfect healthy appetizer for all of your barbecues and cookouts! www.laurenkellynutrition.com
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Watermelon Mint Salsa

This Watermelon Mint Salsa is lightly sweet, refreshing and a huge crowd pleaser.  It's perfect for your next barbecue or cookout.
Prep Time30 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer, brunch, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 155kcal
Author: Lauren Kelly

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
  • ½ large bell pepper seeded and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint chopped
  • 1 tablespoon jalapeño seeded and minced
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  • Scoop out watermelon and chop into bite size pieces.
  • Place in colander with a bowl underneath it to save all the juice.
  • Place in the refrigerator overnight.
  • 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.
  • When ready to serve, place into watermelon bowl and serve cold.

Notes

This watermelon salsa is best served fresh immediately. 
If there are leftovers, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a day or two.

Nutrition

Calories: 155kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 27mg | Potassium: 647mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 3280IU | Vitamin C: 47mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1mg