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Watermelon with Parmesan and Mint

By Maggie Ruggiero

3.4

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Watermelon chunks in savory salads have been all the rage in the past few years, but we wanted a way to retain the fruit's best trait: how enjoyable it is to eat out of hand on a hot day. These wedges, sprinkled with salt, pepper, cheese, and heady fresh mint, are a light, refreshing start to a warm-weather meal. And they leave your other hand free to hold a drink or chase after the kids.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    20 min

  • Yield

    Makes 12 hors d'oeuvre servings

Ingredients

1 (4-lb) piece watermelon
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 oz Parmigiano-Reggiano, grated with a rasp (3/4 cup)
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Cut watermelon lengthwise into narrow wedges about 1 1/2 inches wide, then cut wedges crosswise into 3/4-inch-thick slices (they will be tall and pointed). Trim rind to enable slices to stand upright.

    Step 2

    Just before serving, stir together pepper and salt and sprinkle over slices. Stir together cheese and mint and sprinkle slices again.

TagsSaladWatermelonMelonFruitParmesanCheeseDairyMintHerbs & SpicesSideStarterDinnerLunchGluten FreeNut FreeVegetarianQuick30 Minutes or Less5 Ingredients or FewerEasyNo-CookGourmet
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