Looking from above, a hollowed watermelon half serves as an eye-catching edible bowl. The pink of the watermelon is complemented by vivid hues – the sunny yellow mango specks, the darling blueberries dotting the scene, and the lime green mint leaves sprinkled on top. It's a summer color explosion exuding freshness and vibrancy.

Watermelon Fiesta Bowl

Name: Watermelon Fiesta Bowl
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: medium-sized watermelon, 1 halved and hollowed; ripe mangoes, 2 chopped; blueberries, 1 cup; limes, juice of 2 squeezed; honey, 2 tablespoons; mint leaves, for garnishing; salt, pinch

Category Brunch

Prep 20 minutes

Cook 0 minutes

Style American

Technique Mixing

Diet Friendly Vegan

Daily Recipe: August 03, 2024

There's no better way to celebrate National Watermelon Day than with a vibrant, refreshing 'Watermelon Fiesta Bowl'. This dish takes the hydrating and sweet attributes of watermelon to another level by pairing it with a mix of fresh fruits and a tangy honey-lime dressing. The star of this recipes is the juicy watermelon, while the supporting cast includes ripe mangoes, blueberries, lime, and a touch of honey for that perfect balance of sweet and zesty.

Ingredients (for 4)

Medium-sized watermelon - 1 - halved and hollowed
Ripe mangoes - 2 - chopped
Blueberries - 1 cup
Limes - juice of 2 - squeezed
Honey - 2 tablespoons
Mint leaves - for garnishing
Salt - pinch

Preparation

Step 1 - 🍉✂️🔪

Cut your watermelon in half and hollow out one of the halves. Ensure the base of the watermelon is flat so it can sit comfortably on its own. Keep the other half for another use.
Step 2 - 🍉🥄🔴

Scoop out watermelon balls from the hollowed section and set them aside for later use.
Step 3 - 🍉🥭🫐🙂

In a large bowl, combine the watermelon balls, chopped mangoes, and blueberries.
Step 4 - 🍯🍋🥣

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together lime juice, honey, and a pinch of salt.
Step 5 - 🥗🥣🥄

Pour the dressing over the fruit mixture and toss gently to combine all the ingredients well.
Step 6 - 🍇🍉🍴

Spoon the mixed fruits with dressing into the hollowed watermelon half.
Step 7 - 🍵🍉🎉

Garnish with fresh mint leaves before serving. Enjoy your fresh and fruity watermelon fruit salad!

Additional

Did you know that watermelon is over 91% water? This makes it a perfect ingredient for keeping hydrated in the summer heat. There are many variations of this dish. You can add any fruit of your liking such as strawberries, peaches or pineapple. The watermelon bowl can be prepared by adults, while kids can help by mixing the fruits and making the dressing. Happy Watermelon Day!