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Watermelon Salad with Lime Dressing Recipe – Sunset Magazine Watermelon Salad with Lime Dressing Recipe
Watermelon Salad with Lime Dressing
Photo: Leo Gong; Styling: Karen Shinto
Yields Serves 6 Total Time 15 mins
AuthorAngela Baker, Portland,
This easy salad is a refreshing way to dress up cubes of ripe summer watermelon. You can toss it together at the last minute, or make it a few hours ahead for a party.

How to Make It

Step 1
1

Zest lime, then cut off and discard outer white membrane. Chop remaining lime into small pieces, reserving juices.

Step 2
2

Combine lime zest and pieces with their juices, sugar, and 1/4 cup water in a small saucepan. Cook over high heat until boiling. Let cool slightly. Pour lime dressing over watermelon in a bowl and mix to combine.

Step 3
3

Note: Nutritional analysis is per 1 1/2-cup serving.

Ingredients

 1 lime
 1/4 cup sugar
 4 cups cubed watermelon
Watermelon Salad with Lime Dressing

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