Mexican Watermelon Papaya Salad with Tequila Vinaigrette
Vibrant, refreshing, and bursting with bold flavors, this Mexican Watermelon Papaya Salad with Tequila Vinaigrette is the perfect summer dish with a zesty twist. Juicy watermelon and sweet papaya are paired with crisp cucumber, tangy red onion, and crumbled cotija cheese, while fresh cilantro and a touch of jalapeño add a delightful kick. The star of the recipe, however, is the tequila-lime vinaigrette—a tantalizing blend of lime juice, smooth tequila, honey, and chili powder that elevates every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes, this no-cook salad makes a stunning side dish or appetizer, ideal for barbecues, picnics, or any occasion that calls for a taste of the tropics with a Mexican flair.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups (diced) Watermelon
- 2 cups (diced) Papaya
- 1 cup (sliced into half-moons) Cucumber
- 0.25 cup (thinly sliced) Red onion
- 0.5 cup (roughly chopped) Fresh cilantro
- 0.25 cup (crumbled) Cotija cheese
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Tequila
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 (seeded and finely chopped) Jalapeño
Directions
Step 1
In a large salad bowl, combine the diced watermelon, diced papaya, sliced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion.
Step 2
Add the roughly chopped cilantro, crumbled cotija cheese, and finely chopped jalapeño to the salad mixture.
Step 3
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the lime juice, tequila, honey, olive oil, salt, and chili powder until emulsified.
Step 4
Pour the tequila vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring the dressing evenly coats the ingredients.
Step 5
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or chili powder, if desired.
Step 6
Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or appetizer. Garnish with additional cilantro or a sprinkle of chili powder for an extra touch of flavor, if preferred.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1362.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 961.0 |
| Total Fat 50.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g | |
| Cholesterol 56.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2134.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 109.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 76.0g | |
| Protein 23.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 611.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1752.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories