Watermelon Cucumber Salad with Lime (Printable)

Juicy watermelon and crisp cucumber with lime, cilantro and Tajin for a bright, refreshing summer side.

# What You Need:

→ Produce

01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
02 - 2 cups cucumber, thinly sliced (preferably English cucumber)
03 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
04 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Dressing & Seasoning

05 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
06 - Zest of 1 lime
07 - 1–2 teaspoons Tajin seasoning, to taste
08 - Pinch of sea salt
09 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Optional Garnishes

10 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
11 - Extra lime wedges

# How To Make:

01 - In a large salad bowl, combine the cubed watermelon, sliced cucumber, sliced red onion (if using), and chopped cilantro.
02 - Pour the fresh lime juice over the salad, sprinkle with lime zest, Tajin seasoning, sea salt, and black pepper. Gently toss to combine all ingredients and distribute the seasonings evenly.
03 - Taste and add more Tajin or lime juice if desired.
04 - Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes for extra refreshment.
05 - Garnish with crumbled feta cheese and lime wedges if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The sweet, spicy, tangy flavors will make you feel like you're on vacation—even if you're still in your backyard.
  • It's built for quick assembly and can rescue any last-minute gathering from snack boredom.
02 -
  • Don't skip soaking the red onion—my first unsoaked batch nearly cleared the room with its raw bite.
  • Slicing the cucumber too thick erases the salad's crisp, refreshing texture.
03 -
  • Always taste before serving because watermelon sweetness can change from batch to batch.
  • Keep Tajin on the table so everyone can spice up their own serving—it disappears quicker than you'd think.
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