Grilled Watermelon Salad Recipe

Name: Grilled Watermelon Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup pomegranate juice; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 1 (5-pound) seedless watermelon; 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for brushing melon; Salt; 2 cups arugula lettuce; Freshly cracked black pepper; 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese; 2 tablespoons balsamic mint syrup; 1 pomegranate, seeds reserved, for garnish

Servings: persons

1
In a medium-sized pot, bring the pomegranate juice to a boil over medium heat.
2
Stir in the cornstarch and simmer until it thickens.
3
Remove from heat and set aside.
4
Set the grill temperature to high and let it heat up.
5
Remove the rind.
6
Cut melon in 4 pieces roughly 2-inch by 4-inch rectangles.
7
Brush the watermelon with olive oil and put on the grill for 2 minutes, turning to get grill marks on each side.
8
Salt the watermelon when it comes off the grill.
9
Add the arugula to a medium bowl and sprinkle with olive oil and salt and pepper, to taste.
10
Paint some of the pomegranate syrup on each plate.
11
Top with 4 pieces of grilled melon and 1/8 cup of the goat cheese.
12
Add more of the arugula salad and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
13
Drizzle each salad with balsamic mint syrup and some cracked black pepper.
14
Sprinkle pomegranate seeds around each plate and serve.

131

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup pomegranate juice, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, 1 (5-pound) seedless watermelon, 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for brushing melon, and more.

Yes, Grilled 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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Grilled Watermelon Salad

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