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Watermelon Jalapeño Salsa

This salsa combines juicy watermelon chunks with finely chopped jalapeños, lime juice, and fresh cilantro, creating a contrast of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors. The dish is assembled by chopping, mixing, and letting the flavors meld slightly, resulting in a crunchy, refreshing salsa with a hint of heat and a vibrant appearance.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups watermelon, cubed seedless if possible
  • 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped remove seeds for less heat
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt optional, to taste

Equipment

  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Use the chef's knife and cutting board to carefully dice the watermelon into roughly 1/2-inch cubes, ensuring even, bite-sized pieces.
    4 cups watermelon, cubed
  2. Finely chop the jalapeño, removing seeds if a milder heat is desired, until small pieces are formed and ready to be incorporated.
    4 cups watermelon, cubed
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped watermelon, jalapeño, lime juice, and chopped cilantro, stirring gently with a spoon to evenly distribute ingredients and coat everything with lime juice.
    4 cups watermelon, cubed
  4. Sprinkle salt over the mixture and stir again, allowing the flavors to meld for 5 minutes at room temperature.
    4 cups watermelon, cubed
  5. Taste the salsa and adjust salt or lime juice if necessary, then serve immediately or chill for up to 30 minutes for enhanced flavor melding.