Watermelon Salad with Grilled Shrimp Recipe

Name: Watermelon Salad with Grilled Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large cucumbers (about 1 1/4 pounds)peeled, seeded and coarsely chopped; 2 tablespoons sugar; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 2 cups diced (1/2 inch) seedless red watermelon; 2 cups diced (1/2 inch) seedless yellow watermelon; 1 1/2 pounds red tomatoes, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch dice; One large cucumberpeeled, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch dice; 1/2 cup minced shallots; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 3 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons chopped tarragon; 1 pound large shrimp, shelled and deveined; 1/4 cup pure olive oil; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 2 cups baby salad greens

Servings: persons

2 large cucumbers (about 1 1/4 pounds)peeled, seeded and coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon kosher salt
2 cups diced (1/2 inch) seedless red watermelon
2 cups diced (1/2 inch) seedless yellow watermelon
1 1/2 pounds red tomatoes, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch dice
One large cucumberpeeled, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch dice
1/2 cup minced shallots
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped tarragon
1 pound large shrimp, shelled and deveined
1/4 cup pure olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
2 cups baby salad greens

1
In a blender, puree the cucumbers with the sugar, rice vinegar and salt.
2
Strain the puree through a fine sieve set over a medium bowl.
3
Refrigerate the cucumber water until chilled.
4
In a large bowl, toss the red and yellow watermelon with the tomatoes, cucumber, shallots, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice and tarragon.
5
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours and for up to 6 hours.
6
Shortly before serving, light a grill or heat a grill pan.
7
In a large bowl, toss the shrimp with the pure olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
8
Grill the shrimp over high heat until browned and just cooked, about 3 minutes per side.
9
Spoon the watermelon salad into 4 shallow bowls.
10
Arrange the grilled shrimp on top.
11
Ladle the cucumber water into each bowl, top with the baby salad greens and serve.

450

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large cucumbers (about 1 1/4 pounds)peeled, seeded and coarsely chopped, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Watermelon Salad with Grilled Shrimp falls under the Seafood 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Watermelon Salad with Grilled Shrimp

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