Watermelon Cucumber Tajin Lime

Juicy watermelon and crisp cucumber brightened with lime, Tajin, cilantro and optional feta for a vibrant summer side.

# What You'll Need:

→ Produce

01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes

02 - 2 cups English cucumber, thinly sliced

03 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)

04 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Dressing & Seasoning

05 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)

06 - Zest of 1 lime

07 - 1 to 2 teaspoons Tajin seasoning, to taste

08 - Pinch of sea salt

09 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Optional Garnishes

10 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

11 - Extra lime wedges (optional)

# Method:

01 - In a large bowl, place the cubed watermelon, thinly sliced cucumber, red onion if using, and chopped cilantro; gently combine to layer the components evenly.

02 - Pour the fresh lime juice over the salad, sprinkle the lime zest and Tajin evenly, add a pinch of sea salt and a few grinds of black pepper, then gently toss to coat without crushing the watermelon.

03 - Sample a small portion and adjust seasoning by adding more Tajin, lime juice, salt, or pepper to achieve the desired balance of acidity and spice.

04 - Let the salad rest in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes if you prefer it chilled; otherwise proceed to serve immediately to retain maximum juiciness.

05 - If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta over the salad and serve with lime wedges alongside for additional brightness.

# Expert Tips:

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The salty-sour pop of Tajin and lime seems like a magic trick every single time you taste it.
It takes less than 15 minutes, impresses everyone, and yet uses the humblest ingredients in your crisper.

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If your watermelon is too watery or mushy, the salad goes soggy in minutes—dice right before serving for texture.
A heavy-handed squeeze of lime can overpower; starting with less and adding to taste keeps everything in happy balance.

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