14 Cool and Refreshing Watermelon Recipe Ideas

Watermelon recipe ideas – Is there anything that reminds us more of summer than a sweet, juicy slice of watermelon? These days, we’re finding ourselves putting watermelon in salads, grilling it on the barbecue, turning it into jam, drinking it in cocktails, and of course, enjoying it in desserts. Today we’ve rounded up our most creative watermelon recipes that are easy to make and allow you to savor every last bit of this delicious summer fruit. Enjoy!

by Sidney Yang

Sidney Yang

Sidney is part of the Eatwell101 family since 2014. As an editor, she shares her enthusiasm for food, cooking tips, and entertaining across more than a thousand written articles published on Eatwell101.

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Updated Jul 1, 2023

1. Watermelon Granita

Only 3 ingredients and unbelievably refreshing.
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2. 2-Ingredient Honey Watermelon Sorbet

Best Homemade Honey Watermelon Sorbet recipe, made with 2 ingredients in an instant! Watermelon mixed with Honey then frozen until hard. Tastes like Real Sorbet!
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3. Watermelon Tomato Chilled Soup

A light and refreshing cold soup recipe — Full of delicious summer flavors!
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4. Watermelon Fries with Cream Cheese Marshmallow Dip

These watermelon fries with cream cheese and marshmallow dip are a great and refreshing Summer snack!
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5. Cilantro Lime Watermelon Salad

Sweet, fresh and juicy - This Cilantro Lime Watermelon Feta Salad recipe is a definite crowd pleaser!
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6. Jalapeño Watermelon Salad

This watermelon salad is easy to make and so refreshing—enjoy summer in a bowl!
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7. Feta Watermelon Salad

Feed your freshness obsession!
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8. Spicy Watermelon Lemonade

The ultimate summer twist!
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9. Watermelon Pineapple Popsicles {Sugar-Free}

Naturally sweetened, with no added sugar, these watermelon pineapple popsicles are the perfect summer afternoon treat!
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10. Watermelon White Sangria

The perfect make-ahead cocktail for any occasion!
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11. Easy Freezer Watermelon Jam

This easy watermelon jam recipe is easy, delicious, and requires no canning knowledge!
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12. Watermelon Slush with Simple Strawberry Syrup

Artificial ingredients not allowed!
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13. Grilled Watermelon with Honey Balsamic Glaze

Thick and juicy grilled watermelon, with a smoky flavor – Summer grilling to a whole new level!
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14. Tomato Yogurt Watermelon Smoothie

A power breakfast smoothie for summer.
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