Watermelon season isn’t over yet! These giant juicy gems are full of flavor and can be used in more ways than just slices. Whether you’re bringing it to a cookout, picnic or just enjoying it on the weekend, you’ll love these creative ways to use up watermelon before summer ends, from salads to slushies.
Watermelon Agua Fresca
Utilize leftover watermelon to create a cooling Watermelon Agua Fresca, a blend of fresh melon, lime and a hint of sweetness that create a crushable, flavorful, non-alcoholic beverage.
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Watermelon Blue Cheese Salad
Transform boring watermelon into a savory delight by crafting a Watermelon Blue Cheese Salad with radishes, blue cheese and a lemon vinaigrette, offering a unique twist on a classic summer dish.
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Watermelon Mimosa
Convert fresh watermelon into a bubbly Watermelon Mimosa, marrying juicy watermelon with champagne for a vibrant and thirst-quenching summer drink that’s as creative as it is delicious.
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Grilled Watermelon Spicy Margarita
Repurpose watermelon by grilling it to make a Spicy Grilled Watermelon Margarita, a sweet, smoky cocktail that’s perfect for those lingering summer nights.
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Watermelon Mojito
Repurpose watermelon to make a refreshing Watermelon Mojito, where the sweetness of the fruit complements the bright flavors of mint, lime, and rum.
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Watermelon Bacon Salad
Give leftover watermelon another savory twist with this Watermelon Bacon Salad, which marries the sweetness of the fruit with a salty and crunchy kick.
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Vodka Watermelon Cocktail
Transform watermelon from your garden into a tropical escape with a Vodka Watermelon Cocktail, blending its cool flavor with a vodka punch for a refreshing summer sip.
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Watermelon and Feta Salad
Reimagine watermelon as a key ingredient in this refreshing Watermelon Feta Salad with kalamata olives. It’s a quick and easy summer side dish.
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Watermelon Lime Slushie
Use extra watermelon to create a revitalizing Watermelon Lime Slushie, blending watermelon, lime, strawberries and coconut water for the ultimate summer refreshment.
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Kale Watermelon Smoothie
Smoothies are a creative way to use leftover watermelon. Blend it up into a Kale Watermelon Smoothie, where the fruit’s sweetness masks kale’s bitterness, resulting in a nutritious and refreshing smoothie.
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Watermelon Feta Fried Scallop Salad
Elevate watermelon into a gourmet dish by combining it with fried scallops in this Watermelon Feta Fried Scallop Salad, topped with a balsamic drizzle for a delicious fusion of flavors.
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