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Grilled Watermelon & Feta Salad

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When it’s just too hot outside to crave anything heavy, whip up this refreshing Grilled Watermelon & Feta Salad in just minutes!


Have you ever grilled a watermelon?  I have, just recently, and it’s kind of awesome!  Since it’s grilling season, I’ve been experimenting with all kinds of different foods on the grill.  I remember reading a whole article in Rachael Ray’s magazine (I think it was last year) about the different foods you can grill.  Watermelon was one of them!  

You know when it’s just too damn hot outside to want to eat?  That’s how this salad recipe came about.  We’re in the middle of our first heatwave and it’s no bueno.  For me anyway!  But this salad is really good on a day like that!  I mean, there’s nothing better than biting into a juicy watermelon slice on a really hot day!


Summer’s about the simple things in life.  Right?  Running through sprinklers.  Putting your toes in the sand.  Getting your hands in the dirt.  Watermelon juice running down your face after biting into a slice.  That simplicity is also reflected in the lighter meals we eat this time of year.  

So I figured that I’d take the simple joy of eating watermelon on a hot summer day and turn it into a salad!  Watermelon isn’t just the quintessential summer fruit, but it’s super hydrating, too! When it’s pushing 100 degrees outside – and we’ve been there already – slice up a watermelon and enjoy it in this refreshing salad!

I also love the sweet and savory aspect of this salad.  You’ve got sweet, juicy watermelon dressed with fresh lime juice.  Then, we break out our inner  “Salt BAE” and sprinkle on a little sea salt and some crumbled feta cheese.  Toss on some fresh mint and a pinch of cayenne (totally optional, but so worth it) for an insanely delicious summer salad!

WHIP UP THIS REFRESHING GRILLED WATERMELON & FETA SALAD IN JUST MINUTES!

Grilled Watermelon & Feta Salad
Serves 2
When it's just too hot outside to crave anything heavy, whip up this refreshing Grilled Watermelon & Feta Salad in just minutes!
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Ingredients
  1. 6 watermelon slices
  2. 1-2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
  3. 1 lime, halved
  4. Sea salt, to taste
  5. Crumbled goat cheese
  6. 1 tbsp. fresh mint, chopped
  7. Optional: cayenne pepper
Instructions
  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Lightly brush the watermelon slices with olive oil.
  3. Once the grill is hot, place the watermelon on the grill.
  4. Cook 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. Remove from grill and allow to cool.
  6. Cut watermelon into cubes and divide evenly between two bowls.
  7. Squeeze half of a lime onto each bowl and season with a little sea salt and cayenne pepper, if desired.
  8. Sprinkle crumbled goat cheese on top of each bowl and finish with fresh mint.
  9. Serve immediately or chill before serving.
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This salad is best when eaten immediately after making it.  Then again, when you’re hot and hungry, you probably won’t have a problem with that!  If you’re still too hot to even eat this salad, you might want to try making a Watermelon & Mint Slushie instead! 

So if you’re currently in the middle of a heatwave, don’t forget to keep your body hydrated and nourished.  Watermelon is basically the perfect food for that!  Stay cool, my friends!

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What’s your favorite way to eat watermelon in the summer?

Red, White, and Blueberry Ambrosia

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Make your 4th of July even more festive with this easy Red, White, and Blueberry Ambrosia recipe! It’s a patriotic take on classic ambrosia fruit salad!


Ambrosia is one of those old school fruit salad recipes that has stood the test of time and taste buds.  It’s a classic dessert that just reminds me of summer gatherings with the family.  It’s probably one of those dishes that you either love or hate.  But me?  I love it!  Then again, what’s not to love about fruit, marshmallows, and nuts in a creamy whipped topping?  

My mom makes a pretty bomb ass ambrosia salad!  She’s made it for as long as I can remember and it’s always a nice surprise when I find it on the dessert table.  It’s a great, no-bake dessert for barbecues and celebrations because it’s so easy to make.  You basically dump the ingredients into a big bowl, mix, and serve!  If you make it the night before, it’s even better the next day!


With the 4th of July just a week away, I decided to give this classic dessert recipe a patriotic makeover.  I’ve swapped out mandarin oranges and grapes for blueberries to make an easy red, white, and blue dessert. 

Traditional ambrosia recipes usually have either walnuts or pecans in them.  For my recipe, I used sliced almonds instead.  The almonds give this recipe a nice, little crunch and a sweet, nutty flavor.

Red, White, and Blueberry Ambrosia
Make your 4th of July even more festive with this easy Red, White, and Blueberry Ambrosia recipe! It’s a patriotic take on classic ambrosia fruit salad!
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Ingredients
  1. 1/2 bag mini marshmallows
  2. 8 oz. Lite Cool Whip
  3. 4 oz. sour cream
  4. 2 oz. can pineapple chunks, drained
  5. 1 pint fresh blueberries, washed and dried
  6. 1 jar maraschino cherries, drained
  7. 2 oz. bag of sliced almonds
  8. 2 cups coconut flakes
Instructions
  1. Add mini marshmallows to a large bowl.
  2. Stir in the Cool Whip and sour cream.
  3. Next, add the pineapple, blueberries, and cherries.
  4. Finally, stir in the almonds and coconut flakes.
  5. Keep refrigerated until serving.
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Normally, I wouldn’t mess with a classic, but I’ll make an exception for the 4th of July.  This is a dessert recipe that is so simple to make, doesn’t require an oven, and feeds a crowd!  It’s truly a summer favorite!

And if you’re lucky enough to have blueberries growing in your backyard, like we do, it’s a great way to use some of them up!  You could even swap out the cherries for raspberries or strawberries, if you wish.


Is ambrosia a family favorite in your house? Give this classic fruit salad a patriotic twist for your 4th of July gathering this year! It’s a fun dessert that both kids and adults will love!  And if you’re like me when it comes to ambrosia, you’ll be digging in for seconds!

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