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Thai Watermelon Salad

Zesty Thai Watermelon Salad: A Refreshing Summer Delight

Experience the vibrant flavors of Thai Watermelon Salad, a refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lime Juice Use lemon juice as a substitute if necessary.
  • 1 tablespoon Sambal Oelek Harissa or sriracha can be used as a milder alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger If unavailable, use 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger.
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce Soy sauce can be used for a vegetarian option.
For the Salad
  • 4 cups Seedless Watermelon Cantaloupe or honeydew melon can be great alternatives.
  • 2 ripe Peaches Nectarines or other seasonal fruits can be swapped in.
  • 1/4 cup Scallions Shallots can be substituted if desired.
  • 1 finely sliced Serrano Chile Jalapeños can be a more accessible substitute; remove seeds for less spice.
  • 1 cup Fresh Thai or Italian Basil Thai basil is preferred, but Italian basil works well.
  • 1/2 cup Dry Roasted Peanuts Sunflower seeds can be used for nut-free diets.

Equipment

  • medium mixing bowl
  • Large Serving Bowl
  • whisk
  • Large wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Thai Watermelon Salad
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of fresh lime juice, 1 tablespoon of sambal oelek, 1 tablespoon of grated fresh ginger, and 2 tablespoons of fish sauce. Allow it to sit for a few minutes to enhance flavors.
  2. In a large serving bowl, add 4 cups of seedless watermelon chunks and 2 sliced peaches. Sprinkle in 1/4 cup of chopped scallions and 1 finely sliced serrano chile. Stir gently to combine.
  3. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the mixture and gently toss until the fruits are well coated.
  4. Fold in 1 cup of freshly chopped basil and 1/2 cup of crushed dry roasted peanuts. Serve immediately or chill for 10 minutes before enjoying.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra sambal oelek or lime juice if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For a colder dish, ensure ingredients are chilled prior to preparation. Best served fresh to maintain texture and flavors.

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