Description
Grilled Watermelon is a surprising and delicious summer treat. Lightly caramelized on the outside with a juicy, sweet interior, it’s perfect as a side dish, appetizer, or even a unique dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch thick wedges
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Optional: fresh mint, feta cheese, or a drizzle of balsamic glaze for serving
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- Brush watermelon slices with olive oil and sprinkle lightly with salt.
- Grill each slice for 2–3 minutes per side, or until grill marks appear and the melon softens slightly.
- Remove from the grill and transfer to a serving platter.
- Top with optional garnishes like fresh mint, crumbled feta, or balsamic glaze for added flavor.
Notes
- Use firm watermelon to ensure it holds up on the grill.
- Best served warm or at room temperature right off the grill.
- Great as a starter, side dish, or served with grilled meats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wedge
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg