Watermelon Vidalia Salsa

Jul 17, 2025
by Abdiel Simonis
- 4.5 / 5 ( 2 Ratings)
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PREP TIME

15 mins
COOK TIME

0 mins
TOTAL TIME

1 hrs 15 mins
SERVING

12 People
VIEWS

6

This vibrant Watermelon Vidalia Salsa is a refreshing dance of sweet and spicy flavors, perfect as a zesty topping or a standalone summer delight.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

2 cups diced watermelon

1 cup chopped sweet onion (such as Vidalia®)

1 serrano chile pepper, diced

2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

1 clove garlic, minced

0.25 teaspoon coarse salt

2 pinches garlic powder

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

3 g
Fiber

0 g
Protein

0 g
Sodium

41 mg
Sugar

2 g
Fat

0 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

5 mins

In a spacious bowl, gently combine the diced watermelon, chopped sweet onion, diced serrano pepper, fresh cilantro, and minced garlic. (5 minutes)

02

Step

2 mins

Season the mixture with coarse salt and garlic powder, stirring to ensure even distribution of flavors. (2 minutes)

03

Step

1 hrs

Cover the bowl securely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and intensify. (1 hour)

For a milder salsa, remove the seeds from the serrano pepper or substitute with a poblano pepper.
Serve chilled with grilled fish, chicken, or tortilla chips for an unforgettable culinary experience.
For enhanced flavor, consider adding a squeeze of fresh lime juice just before serving.

Abdiel Simonis

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