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A white plate of grilled watermelon caprese wedge drizzled with hot honey.

Grilled Caprese Watermelon Salad

Fresh grilled watermelon wedges paired with creamy mozzarella pearls, juicy tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze make the ultimate summer appetizer or side dish!
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Author Kori Butler
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Course Side Dish Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 108 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 (1-inch) slices of seedless watermelon
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons hot honey or regular (plus extra for drizzling)
  • 4 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls cheese balls
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes halved
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves torn or chiffonade
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons balsamic reduction or balsamic glaze

Instructions
 

  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Slice the watermelon into rounds about 1-inch thick, keeping the rind on. Cut each round into 4 wedges.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, salt, pepper, and honey. Brush both sides of the watermelon wedges with the mixture.
    Whisking the hot honey and olive oil and brushing it on watermelon wedges for grilling.
  • Grill watermelon for 2 to 3 minutes per side, just until grill marks appear and the watermelon is lightly caramelized. Remove from grill and let cool.
    Grilling watermelon wedges on a gas grill.
  • Arrange grilled watermelon wedges on a serving platter. Top with mozzarella pearls, grape tomatoes, and fresh basil. Drizzle with extra honey and balsamic reduction before serving.
    Drizzling watermelon caprese with balsamic reduction.

Kori's Tips

For more helpful hints, substitution ideas, cooking tips, and other delicious recipes check out my post above.
TIPS: Keeping the rind on helps the wedges hold together on the grill and makes them easier to handle.
VARIATIONS: Use regular honey for a milder flavor or add a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for extra contrast. For more tang drizzle a little balsamic vinegar before serving.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve chilled or slightly warm as a summer appetizer, light lunch, or side dish for grilled chicken or seafood.

Nutrition

Calories: 108kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 315mgPotassium: 87mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 390IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 102mgIron: 0.3mg
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