Crunchy Watermelon Salad Recipe

Name: Crunchy Watermelon Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 slice seedless watermelon, medium size wedge, cubed; 12 Chinese cabbage (wombok); 2 tablespoons caster sugar; 6 green onions, sliced in diagonal chunks; 2 red chilies, deseeded and finely sliced; 1 piece fresh ginger, 4 cm peeled and cut into fine strips; 200 g fried egg noodles, broken up; 14 bunch fresh coriander, chopped (cilantro); 14 bunch fresh mint leaves, torn; 2 teaspoons lightly toasted sesame seeds; 2 limes, juice and zest of; ¼ cup palm sugar or ¼ cup soft brown sugar; ¼ cup fish sauce

Servings: persons

12 slice seedless watermelon, medium size wedge, cubed
12 Chinese cabbage (wombok)
2 tablespoons caster sugar
6 green onions, sliced in diagonal chunks
2 red chilies, deseeded and finely sliced
1 piece fresh ginger, 4 cm peeled and cut into fine strips
200 g fried egg noodles, broken up
14 bunch fresh coriander, chopped (cilantro)
14 bunch fresh mint leaves, torn
2 teaspoons lightly toasted sesame seeds
2 limes, juice and zest of
¼ cup palm sugar or ¼ cup soft brown sugar
¼ cup fish sauce

1
Finley slice the cabbage and place in a large bowl filled with water; sprinkle over caster sugar.
2
Leave to stand for at least 30 minutes in a cool place.
3
In a small bowl, mix the palm sugar or soft brown sugar with the lime zest, juice and fish sauce.
4
Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
5
Drain the wombok, and then add green onions, chillies, ginger and crispy noodles.
6
Toss well until combined.
7
Add the seedless watermelon and mix gently.
8
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well.
9
Garnish with fresh coriander, mint leaves and toasted sesame seeds.
10
SERVE IMMEDIATELY AS THE NOODLES WILL LOSE THEIR CRISPNESS.

376

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 slice seedless watermelon, medium size wedge, cubed, 12 Chinese cabbage (wombok), 2 tablespoons caster sugar, 6 green onions, sliced in diagonal chunks, and more.

Yes, Crunchy Watermelon Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Crunchy Watermelon Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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