Watermelon Steak Juicy Summer (Printable)

Thick grilled watermelon slices marinated with balsamic and spices, topped with fresh mint for a refreshing 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)

# How To Make It:

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.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The way the heat transforms watermelons sweetness into something savory and deeply satisfying
  • Its ready in under 20 minutes but looks like something from a fancy restaurant
  • Perfect for those hot summer nights when you want something substantial but not heavy
02 -
  • Watermelon releases a ton of moisture as it cooks, so do not overcrowd your grill or you will end up steaming instead of searing
  • The steaks will continue to soften after they come off the heat, so pull them when they still have some resistance
  • If your watermelon is not very sweet to start, add a tiny pinch of sugar to the marinade
03 -
  • Let the watermelon come to room temperature before grilling for more even cooking
  • If your knife is not sharp enough, the slices will look raggedy instead of clean
  • Have everything plated and ready before you start grilling, these are best straight from the heat

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