Watermelon Steak Juicy Summer (Printable)
Thick grilled watermelon steaks seasoned with balsamic, herbs, and spices for a savory summer dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main
01 - 2 thick slices seedless watermelon (about 1 ½ inches thick)
→ Marinade
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
04 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - ¼ teaspoon sea salt
06 - Pinch of black pepper
07 - ½ teaspoon fresh lime juice
→ Garnish
08 - 2 teaspoons fresh mint leaves, chopped
09 - 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt
10 - 1 tablespoon crumbled vegan feta (optional)
# Method:
01 - Pat the watermelon slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, smoked paprika, sea salt, black pepper, and lime juice.
03 - Brush both sides of each watermelon steak with the marinade, ensuring an even coating.
04 - Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
05 - Place the watermelon steaks on the grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, until grill marks appear and the flesh is slightly caramelized, but still firm.
06 - Transfer to serving plates. Sprinkle with chopped mint, flaky sea salt, and vegan feta if using. Serve immediately.
# Insider Tips:
01 -
- The way the heat concentrates watermelon's natural sweetness while creating these gorgeous, savory caramelized edges that'll make you forget you're eating fruit
- Its the ultimate summer showstopper that takes barely 20 minutes but looks like something from a restaurant tasting menu
02 -
- Watermelon releases a surprising amount of moisture when it hits heat. If you skip the thorough drying step, you'll end up with steamed, watery fruit instead of those concentrated, caramelized edges we're after.
- The texture change is subtle but real. You're looking for warm, softened flesh with a slight steak-like give at the edges, but it should still have that refreshing watermelon bite at the center.
03 -
- Room temperature watermelon grills more evenly than cold from the fridge. Take it out 20 minutes before you start cooking.
- Choose watermelon slices that are uniform in thickness for even cooking. Uneven pieces will give you inconsistent results.