Grilled Watermelon Steaks with Feta Recipe
Delight in this unique and refreshing recipe of Grilled Watermelon Steaks with Feta, where smoky grilled watermelon slices are paired with salty feta cheese and fresh mint leaves. Perfect as a light appetizer or a summer side dish, this recipe offers a creative twist on traditional grilling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 whole round watermelon (about 1500g / 52.9 oz)
- 50 grams block feta (1.76 oz)
- 7 medium fresh mint leaves (chiffonade)
- Oil for the grill
Instructions
- Prepare the watermelon: Cut the bottom end of the watermelon, then slice it in half to create manageable portions.
- Trim the rind: Slice one half of the watermelon into two pieces and trim both sides of the skin and rind, leaving a slight border of flesh visible.
- Slice the watermelon: Cut these pieces into thick slices about 1 inch thick each for ideal grilling thickness.
- Slice remaining watermelon: Continue slicing the remaining half of the watermelon to result in a total of 12 thick slices.
- Dry the slices: Pat each watermelon slice dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring better grilling results.
- Grill the watermelon: Heat a cast-iron grill over low heat and lightly oil the surface. Place the watermelon slices gently on the grill and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Flip carefully and grill for another 2 minutes until grill marks appear and slices slightly soften.
- Serve: Transfer grilled watermelon steaks to a serving platter. Immediately top them with crumbled feta cheese and garnish with fresh chiffonade mint leaves for a flavor contrast. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use a cast-iron grill pan or an outdoor grill for best smoky flavor.
- Patting the watermelon dry is crucial to prevent steaming instead of grilling.
- Adjust grilling time depending on your heat source to avoid mushy texture.
- Fresh mint enhances the freshness and complements the salty feta well.
- For a vegan version, substitute feta with a plant-based cheese alternative.