Celebrate summer with these juicy and sweet watermelon recipes. Find 31 easy and refreshing watermelon recipes for your next summer BBQ, picnic, or potluck.
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Nothing says summer like a slice of juicy and refreshing watermelon. This delicious summer produce steals the show at every picnic, potluck, and summer party. And, while it’s amazing all on its own, there are actually so many different ways to enjoy this tasty treat.
Whether it’s in a summer salad, a frozen dessert, or quenching your thirst with a refreshing drink on a hot summer day, this sweet fruit is probably more versatile than you think. Which is why I decided to gather the best recipes to showcase just how delicious it is.
So, if you are like me and can’t get enough of this fresh and flavorful summertime fruit then you are going to love these easy and refreshing watermelon recipes. They are sure to be a hit at your next summer cookout. Enjoy!
Looking for more sweet desserts to make this summer? Find sweet and savory strawberry recipes, simple blueberry recipes, and deliciously tart raspberry dessert recipes—as well as easy no-bake summer desserts and picnic desserts.
31 Refreshing Watermelon Recipes
Enjoy these refreshing watermelon recipes that include everything from watermelon salad to watermelon smoothies, popsicles, and ice cream.
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Thyme and Joy
Watermelon Lemonade (3 Ingredients, No Juicer!)
This easy Watermelon Lemonade recipe is perfect for summer for hydration and to use up leftover watermelon from your summer parties. No juicer is needed to make this refreshing beverage.
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2
Ottawa Mommy Club
Watermelon Strawberry Lemonade
This Watermelon Strawberry Lemonade is the perfect way to cool off and quench your thirst on hot summer days.
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3
Chef Ani
Refreshing Watermelon Cooler
Bright, beautiful, and delicious, this watermelon cooler is wonderful served in a glass jug to show off its gorgeous color. This is a real party trick recipe; everyone will ask you how you made it. It’s pretty as a picture, healthy, and can be whipped up in minutes.
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4
Nkechi Ajaeroh
Watermelon Iced Tea
Refreshing homemade watermelon iced tea is the ultimate thirst quencher you need! This homemade watermelon sweet iced tea is far better than whatever brand you might buy from the store! It’s fresh, refreshing, and has no preservatives!
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5
Resplendent Kitchen
Watermelon Water (Agua de Sandia)
Do you need a refreshing beverage to serve a crowd? Blend chopped watermelon with water, ice, lime juice, and a pinch of salt for a thirst-quenching drink!
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6
Simple Sumptuous Cooking
Watermelon Pineapple Smoothie
With three simple ingredients, this will be a quick way to hydrate and get some vital nutrients. This watermelon pineapple smoothie is a healthy and tasty way to start the day.
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7
Get Inspired Everyday
Strawberry Watermelon Smoothie
Easy and refreshing, this Strawberry Watermelon Smoothie is pure summertime flavor!
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8
The Littlest Crumb
Easy Banana Watermelon Smoothie
This banana watermelon smoothie is the most refreshing smoothie. It is made in under five minutes with only three ingredients: watermelon, banana and ice. Perfect for serving with tacos or spicy barbecue wings on a hot summer day while relaxing on the patio.
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9
Healthy Beet
Watermelon Protein Smoothie
This simple, refreshing watermelon smoothie is the perfect way to cool off during summer. It is bright in color with a subtle sweetness that you'll be craving again and again.
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10
Homemade and Yummy
Watermelon Pizza
This is the perfect summer dessert. Healthy, and fun to make. Let your guests decorate their own slices.
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11
A Cedar Spoon
Easy Watermelon Salsa recipe
Watermelon Salsa is like summer in a bowl, watermelon combined with red onion, jalapeño pepper, garlic, cilantro and a squeeze of fresh lime.
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12
Haute and Healthy Living
Watermelon Peach Salsa
This watermelon peach salsa is bright and refreshing, while also being packed with nutrients! Serve it alongside tortilla chips, chicken or fish.
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13
The Forked Spoon
Watermelon Gazpacho Recipe
Watermelon Gazpacho is a light and refreshing chilled soup made with sweet summer watermelon, savory tomato, cucumber, and fresh mint. Perfect for a light lunch or healthy snack, this easy Watermelon Gazpacho recipe will keep you cool and delighted. Enjoy it topped with diced watermelon, creamy avocado, and fresh microgreens for an extra burst of flavor and texture.
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14
Plantbasedredhead
Watermelon Feta Salad with Cucumber
Watermelon feta salad with cucumber, mint, pine nuts, onions, and lime dressing is a wonderful recipe for hot days. The homemade vegan feta takes everything to the next level. A very simple and so delicious recipe.
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15
All Ways Delicious
5-Ingredient 5-Ingredient Watermelon Feta Salad
Watermelon Feta Salad with Kalamata Olives is a refreshing summer side dish. With only 5 ingredients, it is quick and easy to make.
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16
Green Bowl 2 Soul
Greek Watermelon Feta Salad
Greek watermelon feta salad is a refreshing, vegetarian summer salad that has a unique combination of sweet crunchy watermelon with creamy, savory feta cheese, and refreshing mint leaves. A perfect side dish for BBQs.
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17
Gennifer Rose
Beet, Watermelon and Feta Salad Recipe
This fresh summer salad has a handful of ingredients so it's quick to make and can be enjoyed all summer long.
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18
The Honest Spoonful
Melon Prosciutto Salad Platter with Lemon Salad Dressing
This Melon, Prosciutto Salad Platter with Lemon Salad Dressing is the best way to enjoy the best produce that summer has to offer. It’s got juicy melons, peppery dark leafy greens and a refreshing homemade salad dressing with olive oil. It makes a great side or even a meal.
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19
The Slow Roasted Italian
Cucumber Watermelon Salad with Feta
Refreshing watermelon and tangy feta create a perfect summer salad! Enjoy this easy-to-make, flavorful dish that’s bursting with fresh ingredients and zest.
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20
xoxoBella
Spicy Watermelon Salad with Jalapeno
A spicy watermelon jalapeño salad with serious personality; think feta cheese, tajin and a sweet lime dressing with fresh herbs.
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21
Divalicious Recipes
Grilled Watermelon Halloumi Salad
Celebrate summer with this invigorating grilled watermelon halloumi salad, where the luscious sweetness of watermelon harmonizes with the tangy saltiness of halloumi and a drizzle of refreshing balsamic mint dressing.
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22
Fed By Sab
Watermelon Salad
Watermelon Salad is the perfect fresh and flavor packed side! The salad features cucumbers, red onions, crumbled feta, candied pecans and watermelon all tossed in a homemade vinaigrette.
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23
Little Black Skillet
Roasted Beet and Watermelon Salad with Goat Cheese
This easy, summer watermelon beet salad recipe has all of the flavors and textures you want in a salad: creamy goat cheese; sweet and juicy watermelon; pepper arugula; spicy onion; crunchy and salty pumpkin seeds; and tangy dressing. It's sure to satisfy all your taste buds.
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24
Jam Jar Kitchen
Melon, Cucumber and Watermelon Radish Salad with Honey Mint Lime Dressing
This simple and refreshing Solara Melon, Cucumber and Watermelon Radish Salad is perfect for summer entertaining!
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25
Happy Kitchen
Take-Along Watermelon Skewers with Feta and Mint Pesto
These take-along watermelon skewers with feta and mint pesto dressing are a quick and easy appetizer or snack for your next outdoor gathering, BBQ or picnic! Enjoy these delicious and healthy watermelon skewers on a hot summer day!
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26
Cheerful Cook
Watermelon Salad
Super refreshing Watermelon and Orange Salad. You will love these easy recipe on hot summer days.
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27
Top Moms Ideas
Watermelon Fruit Salad with Lemon Honey Dressing
This watermelon fruit salad with lemon honey dressing is the perfect summer recipe. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or summer parties.
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28
Healthy Little Foodies
Watermelon Ice
The perfect summer treat. Made with only 2 ingredients this watermelon ice is sure to be a hit with all
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29
The Best Ideas for Kids
Watermelon Popsicles
Make these watermelon popsicles with only 3 ingredients! These popsicles are the perfect kid-friendly treat!
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30
Sugar and Charm
Easy Watermelon Popsicles Recipe for Summer!
This easy watermelon popsicle recipe is full of vitamins and hydrating. Perfect to enjoy this summer.
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31
Sassy Chopsticks
Easy Watermelon Ice Cream Recipe (Two Ingredients)
This easy watermelon ice cream made with just two simple ingredients is a delicious summer treat that's both healthy and satisfying.
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