Savory Summer Watermelon Salad Recipe

Name: Savory Summer Watermelon Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: for the dressing; 1/4 cup water; 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 1/2 tablespoons sherry vinegar; 1 tablespoon wheat free tamari; 1 tablespoon Meyer lemon juice; 1 tablespoon olive oil; for the salad; 8 cups of cubed seedless watermelon, chilled; 3/4 cup cilantro leaves, washed and dried thoroughly; 2/3 cup blanched sliced almonds (from the bulk bins); Freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

for the dressing
1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
1 tablespoon wheat free tamari
1 tablespoon Meyer lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
for the salad
8 cups of cubed seedless watermelon, chilled
3/4 cup cilantro leaves, washed and dried thoroughly
2/3 cup blanched sliced almonds (from the bulk bins)
Freshly ground black pepper

1
In a small saucepan, begin heating the water before adding the brown sugar and stirring to dissolve. Add vinegar. Bring mixture to a boil (since there is not much liquid, this will happen quickly), and then reduce to a simmer. Cook until thickened and reduced, when a wooden spoon will leave an opening when dragged across the bottom of the pan. Remove from heat. Whisk in remaining ingredients, transfer to a clean glass jar with a lid and refrigerate until needed.
2
Toast slivered almonds in a large skillet or pan over medium heat until fragrant and browned (about 10 minutes), flipping the nuts by shaking the pan to prevent burning.
3
When ready to serve, arrange watermelon cubes on a large serving platter or shallow bowl. Shower cilantro and toasted almonds over and around watermelon cubes. Add fresh grinds of black pepper to taste. Drizzle dressing over salad to taste (I used about half). If packing for a picnic, pack watermelon, cilantro and toasted almonds separately. Plate and dress at sunny destination. Enjoy!

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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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: for the dressing, 1/4 cup water, 3 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 1/2 tablespoons sherry vinegar, and more.

Yes, Savory Summer 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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Savory Summer Watermelon Salad

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