What About Watermelon?

So far in our series of watermelon recipes for the big game, I’ve talked about watermelon salsa and a burger topped with a slice of watermelon, both of which make great use of watermelon as an ingredient, but today’s recipe is all about the watermelon. It’s also something most people would never think about doing to a slice of watermelon (grilling it). As strange as it may seem, it’s definitely worth a try.

GRILLED SPICY WATERMELON

Transform watermelon from sweet to savory with this mouthwatering Thai-inspired sauce. Watermelon wedges are grilled until caramelized, drizzled with garlic chili sauce and garnished with cilantro. Serve as a side dish along with ribs, chicken or shrimp.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tbsp. lime zest
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1/4 cup honey, divided
• 2 tsp. garlic chili sauce
• Pinch salt
• 1 medium-sized Watermelon
• 1 tbsp. fresh chopped cilantro

DIRECTIONS

Preheat grill to high. In bowl, whisk together, lime zest, juice, 3 tbsp. (45 mL) of the honey, garlic chili sauce and salt. Cut watermelon into 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick wedges. Lightly drizzle each side with remaining honey and place on grill. Grill until just browned, about 2 minutes per side. Place watermelon slices on a plate and drizzle with lime dressing. Garnish with cilantro.