Watermelon Salsa with Cucumbers and Peppers
Watermelon Salsa with Cucumbers and Peppers is a delightful, refreshing dip that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This colorful dish combines sweet watermelon, crunchy cucumbers, and zesty peppers to create a vibrant salsa that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue, enjoying a picnic, or simply craving a light snack, this salsa is sure to impress with its unique flavors and stunning presentation. With minimal preparation time and healthy ingredients, it’s an ideal choice for both casual gatherings and festive celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups diced watermelon
- 1 cup diced red bell peppers
- 1 cup diced yellow bell peppers
- 1/2 cup diced poblano pepper
- 1 cup diced cucumbers
- 1/2 cup diced scallions
- 1 tbsp minced fresh mint
- 1 tbsp minced fresh cilantro
- 1/2 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 2.5 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Dice all fresh ingredients: watermelon, cucumbers, red and yellow bell peppers, poblano pepper, and scallions. Mince the mint and cilantro.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all the diced ingredients along with the minced herbs.
- Sprinkle in salt and sugar, then drizzle lime juice and olive oil over the mixture.
- Gently mix everything until well combined.
- Cover the bowl or transfer to an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg