5 Fun 4th of July Watermelon Recipes (2024)

FAQs

What do I do with all this watermelon? ›

It is extremely versatile that you can add it to salads (it tastes great with feta cheese), make coolers (churn the deseeded pieces with ice and some mint), or just run the pieces through a juicer for fresh watermelon juice, freeze them for making popsicles or simply eat it just like that sprinkle some black salt over ...

Dealing With Bland Watermelon

If you slice in and are disappointed with the flavor, we've found that adding lime zest and juice helps pump it up and honestly... adding a little sugar does too. To make these drinks we pureed the food milled watermelon with sugar, ice and lime juice for a sweet treat.

Mint, basil, and thyme are all lovely fresh herbs to chop up and sprinkle over watermelon. The earthy and savoury nature is a fabulous contrast to the sweetness of the melon. Olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, and lime juice are also sensational with watermelon.

To measure the stripes on your watermelon, simply hold two fingers together lengthwise along the melon. See if you can fit both fingers within the darker green area between two white stripes, as shown in the photo above. If so, your watermelon should perfectly ripe.

The salt brings out what little flavor a bad melon has and compensates for any lack of sweetness. It works, truly—trust me. Since, I've introduced this idea to the office, and it turns out there are even other ways to gussy up an otherwise drab melon. Some swear by a squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice.

Combining them with other fruits or foods can cause digestive discomfort due to differences in digestion times. Melons digest quickly, so it's best to enjoy them on their own.

Just as salt accentuates and brings out the sweetness and juiciness of fresh watermelon, so does Tajin—except with a much bigger punch of flavor. Imagine a bite that is sweet, salty, zingy, and with a little kick of spice. A bite that makes your mouth immediately water for more. That's Tajin on watermelon.

Delicious. Putting tajin on watermelon gives the fruit that perfect sweet and spicy combination that is absolutely irresistible. Goes with everything. Seriously, this is one of those sides that pairs perfectly with a grilled steak, tacos, veggies, or all on its own on an app board.

Good news: Your pooch can eat watermelon. However, this does come with precautions, according to the American Kennel Club. First, the watermelon must be seedless or you should remove the seeds before giving it to your pet. The seeds could lead to an intestinal blockage, so be sure that you pick a seedless watermelon.

Taste: Even if the exterior looks okay, there's a chance that the fruit could have gone bad. If you bit into a piece of watermelon that looked and smelled fine but its tastes sour or has a fizzy sensation on your tongue, throw it out. Feel: A slimy or slippery feel is another indication that something is amiss.

What does mealy watermelon mean? ›

Watermelon is a summertime treat and Southern staple, but there is a fine line between perfectly ripe and too-mealy-to-eat. When watermelon gets mealy, it means that the natural juice inside the fruit has gone away and what's left is fruit that is soft, but no longer juicy or able to maintain its natural flavor.

Yes, that's right, watermelon is freezer-friendly. Freezing won't allow you to bite into a crisp and tender wedge of watermelon in the middle of winter, but it will allow you to make a Creamy Watermelon Smoothie or Watermelon Gazpacho. And it's a super-simple process.

Pickle them

Therefore, they make great pickles! Pickled watermelon rinds are acidic but have a sweet overarching taste³, making them the perfect fit for a delicious slaw, part of a salad, a bruschetta topping, or just by itself as a side dish perfect for your next cheese platter.