Home-grilled BBQ ribs arranged on a platter, slathered with a spicy and shiny glaze, topped with fresh chopped herbs. A side of chopped watermelon mixed with crumbled feta cheese and mint leaves.

Spicy BBQ Ribs with Watermelon Feta Salad

Name: Spicy BBQ Ribs with Watermelon Feta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb pork ribs membrane removed; 3 tbsp BBQ spice rub; 1/2 cup ketchup; 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 2 tbsp honey; 1 tbsp hot sauce; 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper; 3 cups watermelon cubed; 2 oz feta cheese crumbled; 2 tbsp mint leaves chopped; 1/4 tsp salt; black pepper; oil

Spicy and tangy BBQ ribs with juicy watermelon and creamy feta.

Category BBQ

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 45 minutes

Style American

Technique Grilling

Diet Friendly Gluten-Free

Daily recipe · February 12, 2023

A little about this dish

This BBQ recipe is perfect for a warm and sunny day in NYC. It features tender grilled ribs in a spicy and tangy sauce, with a refreshing watermelon and feta salad on the side. Watermelon is in season and adds a juicy sweetness that balances the heat of the ribs. The feta adds a salty creaminess that complements the charred flavor of the grilled meat.

Ingredients (for 2)

Pork ribs — 1 lb — membrane removed
Bbq spice rub — 3 tbsp
Ketchup — 1/2 cup
Apple cider vinegar — 2 tbsp
Honey — 2 tbsp
Hot sauce — 1 tbsp
Cayenne pepper — 1/4 tsp
Watermelon — 3 cups — cubed
Feta cheese — 2 oz — crumbled
Mint leaves — 2 tbsp — chopped
Salt — 1/4 tsp
Black pepper —
Oil —

Preparation

Step 1 — 🔥🌡️🥩

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Step 2 — 🧂🍖👌

Season the ribs generously with BBQ spice rub.
Step 3 — 🍢🔥😋

Grill the ribs for about 20 minutes per side, until browned and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
Step 4 — 🍅🍯🌶️👨‍🍳

In a small saucepan, whisk together ketchup, apple cider vinegar, honey, hot sauce, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes, until thickened.
Step 5 — 🖌️🍢🍖

Brush the ribs with the BBQ sauce and grill for an additional 5-10 minutes.
Step 6 — 🍉🧀🥗

In a large bowl, combine watermelon, feta cheese, mint leaves, salt, black pepper, and a drizzle of oil. Toss well.
Step 7 — 🍽️🍖🥗🌿

Serve the BBQ ribs hot, topped with chopped fresh herbs, with the watermelon feta salad on the side.

A final fox tip

For a smokier flavor, use a mix of hickory and applewood chips on the grill. You can also substitute the pork ribs for beef ribs or chicken thighs. Kids can help mix the watermelon salad and crumble the feta cheese.