Learn how to grill watermelon and turn it into a special summer appetizer everyone will love! This juicy grilled watermelon recipe is next level delicious thanks to a dash of Aleppo chili pepper flakes and a drizzle of honey-lime sauce. A must-try!
I love fresh, sweet watermelon – especially in this Mediterranean watermelon salad with a bit of salty feta and herbs, or in a refreshing summer cocktail like my watermelon sangria. But did you know you can grill watermelon, too?
Grilled watermelon is delicious immediately off the grill on its own, but I highly recommend you make the honey-lime sauce to drizzle on top! The citrus and the sweet honey enhance the taste of the smoky, warm watermelon. It’s a true balance of flavor, with heat, sweet, and citrus all in one–it’s the same trick I use for grilled corn and mango.
This grilled watermelon is perfect as a first course, on its own, with a side of whipped feta, or alongside savory Mediterranean appetizers as my guests arrive, like Fatteh Spiced Chickpeas With Crispy Pita And Garlicky Yogurt. Or, serve alongside savory grilled meat, like skirt steak or chicken.
