OMG Watermelon Salad
on Oct 05, 2026
Juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, fresh mint, and lime come together in the most refreshing summer salad. This is a favorite of the world-renowned photographer Henry Grossman.
Why I Love This Recipe
Hey there, summer lovers! It’s Chef AJ, your Queen of Quick and Easy Plant-Based Recipes! There’s nothing more refreshing on a hot day than this salad. Sweet, juicy watermelon and cool cucumber get a burst of brightness from fresh mint and lime. It’s hydrating, incredibly low in calorie density, and so pretty on the table—everyone always says “OMG!” when they taste it.
Key Ingredients
- Watermelon: Sweet, juicy, and hydrating. I like to use twice as much watermelon as cucumber.
- Cucumber: Adds cool crunch. Persian cucumbers don’t need peeling or seeding.
- Fresh Mint: Chopped mint adds a bright, herbal freshness.
- Lime Juice & Zest: The zing that makes all the flavors pop. Add to taste!
The Process
Cube and seed the watermelon and cucumber and combine them in a bowl. Add fresh mint and lime juice and zest to taste, then chill before serving.
Chef’s Tips
- I like to use twice as much watermelon as cucumbers.
- If using Persian cucumbers, I do not peel or seed, but if using regular cucumbers, I do peel and seed.
- If you keep this more than a day or two and it gets soggy, try blending it with ice for a refreshing slushy.
How to Store
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a day or two. If it gets soggy, blend it with ice for a refreshing slushy!
Frequently Asked Questions
The amount of lime juice and mint is to taste—start with a little and add more until it tastes just right to you.
Not if you use Persian cucumbers. If you use regular cucumbers, peel and seed them first.
It’s best the day it’s made, but leftovers make a fantastic slushy blended with ice.
Serving Suggestion
Serve this well chilled at cookouts, picnics, and 4th of July parties. It’s a refreshing palate cleanser alongside veggie burgers and slaws.
Summary
OMG Watermelon Salad is a four-ingredient, super-refreshing summer salad of watermelon, cucumber, mint, and lime—and leftovers make an amazing slushy!
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OMG Watermelon Salad
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
- watermelon
- cucumber
- fresh mint, chopped
- lime juice and zest
Instructions
- Cube and seed the watermelon and cucumber.
- Add fresh mint and lime, to taste. Chill before serving.
