- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 50 kcal
Quick summary
“A refreshing watermelon and mint salad, perfect for hot days, that takes only 20 minutes to prepare.”
What you need to know
- Melancia fresca proporciona um sabor naturalmente doce e refrescante
- Hortelã adiciona uma nota de frescor e aroma agradável
- Suco de limão e mel, se usado, intensificam o sabor
- Salagem leve para equilibrar o sabor
Ingredients
Main
- 2 cups of cubed watermelon
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
Principal
- Cut the watermelon into small cubes and place in a large bowl.
- Chop the mint leaves and add to the bowl with the watermelon.
- In a small bowl, mix the lemon juice and honey, if using.
- Pour the lemon mixture over the watermelon and mint.
- Add a pinch of salt to taste.
- Stir gently so as not to break the watermelon cubes.
- Leave the salad in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve chilled, garnishing with a sprig of mint if desired.
Chef's tips
- Use melancia madura, mas não muito madura, para o melhor sabor
- Picar a hortelã finamente para melhor aroma
- Misture delicadamente para manter a textura da melancia
Variations
- Inclua fatias de manga para uma versão tropical
- Adicione cubos de kiwi para um toque cítrico
- Experimente com cubos de abacaxi para um sabor mais doce
Substitutions
- Pode-se usar suco de limão-siciliano em vez de limão se preferir
- Se não tiver hortelã, use folhas de hortelã-pimenta como alternativa
- Mel pode ser omitido se desejar uma versão mais saudável
How to store
Store the salad in the refrigerator in an airtight container. It should last up to 2 days.
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze this salad, as the texture of the watermelon may change.
What to serve with
Serves well with French bread or toast for a light snack
Frequently asked questions
Is it necessary to use fresh mint?
Using fresh mint is preferable, but peppermint leaves can be used as an alternative.
Can I make this salad ahead of time?
Yes, but serve it within 2 days to maintain the best flavor and texture.
Can I use green watermelon?
No, use ripe watermelon, but not too ripe, for the best flavor.
What is the best time of day to serve?
This salad is perfect to serve during lunch or as a late afternoon snack when it is hot.
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