Grilled Watermelon

Servings:
Makes 12 servings

Ingredients:

  • 1 medium watermelon
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 Tbsp. lime juice (about 5-6 limes), divided
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp. honey
  • 1 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 Tbsp. minced fresh mint, divided
  • 1/4 tsp. medium-coarse Kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt

Directions:

  1. Slice watermelon into 3/4-inch thick wedges, keeping the rind on.
  2. Whisk together lime zest, 1/4 cup lime juice, olive oil, honey, and cayenne.
  3. If making yogurt sauce, whisk yogurt with remaining 2 tablespoons lime and 2 tablespoons mint in a separate bowl, Set aside both mixtures.
  4. Heat outdoor or stovetop grill to high. When grill is hot, brush each side of watermelon slices with lime-honey mixture and grill until you see grill marks, about 1-2 minutes, then flip and grill another minute.
  5. Remove watermelon from grill, sprinkle with salt and mint leaves. Repeat until all watermelon is done. If using, serve yogurt sauce on the side.

Recipe and photo from cafebonappetit.com

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