This Agua de Sandia, Mexican Watermelon Water, is a light and refreshing drink perfect for the summer. Agua Fresca is the name for a collection of “fresh water” drinks in Mexico flavored using a variety of ingredients including seasonal fruits, grains, flowers, tamarind, seeds, or herbs. For this Agua Fresca, chopped watermelon is pureed and strained,…
Watermelon Yogurt Cooler
Whenever I cut up a watermelon to use in a recipe or snack on, I always end up with a decent amount leftover. I usually dice up the remaining and place in the refrigerator for a couple of days or transfer to the freezer. I found this idea for a Watermelon Yogurt Cooler on Casa Veneracion. Her…
Watermelon Peach Caprese Salad
When I saw this recipe for Watermelon Peach Caprese Salad on Joy the Baker, I had to make it right away. It has all my favorite foods of summer- watermelon, peaches, assorted heirloom tomatoes, and fresh herbs. The slices are arranged in a baking dish (or multiple small ones like I did), topped with fresh…
Watermelon Feta Orzo Salad
This Watermelon Feta Orzo Salad is a great summer side dish to accompany any grilling or picnics during the holiday weekend. Orzo pasta is tossed with watermelon, feta cheese, and fresh basil, then dressed with a lemon honey mixture. It is best served at room temperature. I like a little higher pasta ratio, so I…
Watermelon Fontina Melts
Here is such an interesting snack I came across that is perfect for a Fourth of July party. I have paired watermelon with feta cheese in salads, but never thought to use other types of cheese- especially melted over a watermelon slice. The combination works beautifully. It is also incredibly easy to prepare. Just three…
‘Otai (Tongan Watermelon Drink)
Recipe for ‘Otai, a watermelon drink from Tonga. Shredded watermelon is combined with crushed pineapple, coconut, water, and a little lime for a light and refreshing drink. This ‘Otai was a great drink for a hot summer day. It is very quick to prepare- just combine shredded watermelon with canned pineapple, coconut milk, and lime…
Gelo di Melone (Sicilian Watermelon Pudding)
Evan was having a rough few days with his molars a couple of weeks ago, so I found this recipe for Gelo di Melone to use the watermelon from our CSA box. Gelo di Melone (Watermelon Pudding, Gelo di Anguria, Gelu di Muluni in Sicilian) is a summertime Italian dessert from Palermo. It is easy…
Karpouzi me Feta (Greek Watermelon with Feta)
With Memorial Day weekend and summer nearing, I am excited about all the seasonal produce! I have received a watermelon in my CSA box the past couple of weeks. Most of my bookmarked watermelon recipes involve beverages, so this watermelon salad definitely stood out. Karpouzi Me Feta is a Greek salad combining watermelon with feta…
Strawberry Watermelon Smoothie
This Strawberry Watermelon Smoothie is the perfect summer beverage with only three ingredients. It is also a great way to use up any leftover watermelon you may have from weekend picnics or BBQs. Like most smoothies lately, Evan couldn’t get enough and would probably enjoy more than a serving in a sitting if I let him. He…
