In case I haven’t mentioned it (like here and here), watermelon is my current seasonal favorite. You just can’t beat the juicy sweetness of a perfectly ripe watermelon. But there are so many other ways to enjoy it too!
One of those ways is this amazingly delicious chunky watermelon salsa. I like to play around with different flavors of salsa, like this cucumber salsa or this pineapple salsa, so watermelon was the next logical choice to experiment with. As much as I love the other salsa and traditional tomato salsa, this chunky watermelon salsa is the perfect taste of summer.
I don’t like salsa that is hot or spicy, so I only added one jalapeno to mine but you can add more if you like it hotter. With any of the ingredients you can put as much or as little as you like. I would recommend keeping watermelon as the main ingredient though because it’s the star of the dish.
And stars need to shine, right? Right!
I’m also going to recommend a solid chip to scoop up this goodness. A flimsy chip won’t get the job done. Just trust me on this one!
I haven’t mentioned how simple this is to make yet! Just chop up the ingredients and combine them in a bowl. You can eat it immediately if you’d like, but I’d recommend letting it chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour. That gives it time for the flavors to blend well. I know it’s hard to wait – but totally worth it!
Ingredients
- 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
- 2 cups watermelon, cubed
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- cilantro
- juice from 1/2 lime
- salt
Instructions
- Add diced tomatoes, watermelon, onion and bell pepper to large bowl.
- Add in finely chopped cilantro (as much or as little as you'd like).
- Pour in lime juice.
- Add a sprinkle of salt.
- Mix all ingredients and chill in refrigerator for at least an hour to allow flavors to combine.
- Serve with chips.
What is your favorite type of salsa? Tell me in the comments below!
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
July 11, 2016 at 11:27 amThat sounds amazing. I love the idea of the cool sweet watermelon next to the bite of the onion. DEELISH!
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Jeanette says
July 11, 2016 at 11:52 amI have always wanted to try some other kind of salsa besides the regular one. This one sounds like it would be perfect and it’s nice and refreshing for summer.
MAGGIE BRANCH says
July 11, 2016 at 7:21 pmI love salsa. All kinds. THe only fruit kind that I have tried is a mango salsa. This watermelon salsa looks wonderful and like the perfect summer snack!
Dogvills says
July 11, 2016 at 9:35 pmI love salsa and that looks absolutely delicious. I am trying to imagine the sweetness of the watermelon in the salsa. I can’t wait to make this for my family.
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The Cubicle Chick says
July 11, 2016 at 11:28 pmThis looks interesting. I love salsa and never thought to put watermelon in it. I’d love to try it. – Yolonda
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Kathy says
July 12, 2016 at 9:55 amThat looks amazing! I love fruit type salsas. I made a strawberry salsa once and it’s amazing. I’ll have to give this one a try too.
Ann Bacciaglia says
July 12, 2016 at 10:45 amThis looks amazing. I have to try this recipe on the weekend. It would be so refreshing and easy to make.
ricci says
July 12, 2016 at 11:41 amI love watermelon salsa but I haven’t seen a recipe for one yet!! This one looks really good!!
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Tracy @ Ascending Butterfly says
July 12, 2016 at 12:14 pmThis watermelon Salsa Recipe looks so refreshing for summer, perfect to go with my other summer fave a watermelon martini! 🙂
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HilLesha O'Nan says
July 12, 2016 at 2:21 pmHow delicious! I love salsa, but I have never tried watermelon salsa before. Thank you for sharing the recipe!
Christy Garrett says
July 12, 2016 at 3:27 pmYummy, I bet this is the perfect blend of sweet and spicy. I’ve had pineapple salsa a few months ago.
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Chubskulit Rose says
July 12, 2016 at 7:27 pmI haven’t tried making water melon salsa but it sounds and look delicious! I will try this for sure.
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Lynndee says
July 13, 2016 at 8:55 amI love watermelon, but I’ve never tried having it on a salsa. It must have been so good. Can’t wait to try.
Eloise says
July 13, 2016 at 4:33 pmthat sounds fantastically refreshing for the summer… I’ll definitely try this recipe out : )
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Amber Killmon says
July 13, 2016 at 11:49 pmI have a ton of leftover watermelon already chopped up! We’re totally trying this recipe today.
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rika says
July 14, 2016 at 2:40 amVery interesting recipe! I love watermelon and i think it’s a very refreshing recipe for the summer months
Shaney Vijendranath (youbabyandi) says
July 15, 2016 at 3:36 amI’ve never eaten watermelon with anything else before. This is such an interesting dish, definitely, want to try it out!
Taty Pradilla says
July 15, 2016 at 8:19 amI love salsa, but never thought to put watermelon in it. I put that it taste good on a hot summer day.
Marielle Altenor says
July 16, 2016 at 12:43 pmI love watermelon and salsa. Never would have thought to make salsa using watermelon! I learned something new today!
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Food saver says
January 12, 2017 at 2:27 amI adore salsa and that looks totally delightful. I am attempting to envision the sweetness of the watermelon in the salsa.This watermelon Salsa Recipe searches so reviving for summer. I will try this making for may family.
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Apenny Vacuum says
March 6, 2018 at 2:50 amWe used this recipe with grilled chicken and it was great. Very refreshing. Will definitely try it with shrim next time.