Horizontal overhead photo of an Asian Watermelon Herb Salad on a wood table with bowls of fresh mint and basil, slivered almonds and dressing.

3 Fabulous Watermelon Salad Recipes to Get You Summer-Ready!

By Chris Scheuer | Updated on May 24, 2024

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Three unique, crowd-pleasing watermelon salad recipes you'll want to make on repeat all summer long! They're perfect for potlucks, picnics and summer parties! Just don't plan on any leftovers!

Over the long winter months, I forget just how much I enjoy bright, fresh watermelon salads. Then I take the first bite of one of these amazingly flavorful summer salads and fall in love all over again! Although watermelon is delicious on its own, there's something wonderful about combining this iconic seasonal fruit with savory and salty ingredients.

Horizontal photo of a Thai Chopped Watermelon Salad in a white serving bowl with a small bowl of seasoned chopped peanuts as a garnish.

 

We're featuring 3 of our favorite watermelon salads today, each unique and bursting with fresh, vibrant flavor. These all go well with grilled entrees and make a wonderful take-along for picnics, potlucks and summer parties.

 

Vertical overhead photo of a white bowl filled with Watermelon Arugula Salad.

This Watermelon Arugula Salad is beyond delicious with crisp cucumber and red onion, creamy blue cheese, and crunchy candy-glazed pecans!

Vertical photo of a person pouring salad dressing over a bowl of Thai Chopped Watermelon Salad.

 

This delicious Thai Chopped Watermelon Salad recipe is a jewel in my summer salad collection. It's fresh, vibrant and full of fabulous flavor!

 

Vertical overhead photo of an oval serving platter filled with Asian Watermelon Herb Salad.

This Asian Watermelon Salad is summer on a platter. It's sweet, salty, tangy and crunchy at the same time. The fresh herbs and Asian-inspired dressing create a delicious burst of fabulous flavor.

 

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The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed,
    a stronghold in times of trouble.
Those who know your name trust in you,
    for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you.
Psalm 9:9-10

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