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    Home » Homemade Recipes

    Watermelon Mint and Blueberry Salad

    Published: May 22, 2020 · Modified: Nov 10, 2022 by Kristin @ Dirt & Dough · This post may contain affiliate links · 18 Comments

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    White serving tray with diced up watermelon, blueberries and fresh mint.

    Fresh watermelon salad is full of blueberries, lime, and fresh mint. This is a great way to elevate that classic bowl of freshly cut watermelon. Perfect for any BBQ, potluck, or picnic.

    *Disclosure: As an affiliate I could earn from qualifying purchases. Read full privacy policy here.

    A white serving platter on a blue cloth napkin, filled with fresh watermelon, blueberries and a spring of mint on top.
    Watermelon Salad

    If there is one fruit that signals summer is here (or very close) is watermelon. You can find a bowl of watermelon at just about any BBQ, potluck, or picnic. It's refreshing, filling and just about everyone loves this dark red, juicy fruit.

    While watermelon is perfect on its own, sometimes it can be fun to change things up.

    This watermelon salad is full of fresh flavors and when sea salt is added just makes the entire thing come to life.

    The combination of mint and limes intensifies and complements the watermelon so perfectly! It is just so refreshing and full of fresh flavors.

    If you are also a gardener, like myself, it's a great way to use that overgrown mint plant!

    If you love this salad, use the same ingredients to make a refreshing summer watermelon limeade.

    Ingredients

    This is a really easy side dish to put together and uses simple ingredients. The key is using fresh lime juice and sea salt. The salt will really bring out and intensify the watermelon, lime, and mint flavors.

    Fresh limes, blueberries, chunks of watermelon, mint and sea salt.
    Ingredients

    Here is everything you need to make this watermelon salad.

    • Watermelon
    • Fresh Mint
    • Lime Juice
    • Sea Salt
    • Blueberries

    What other fruit goes well with watermelon? You can also add chopped-up strawberries, kiwi, pineapple, and mangos would go well with this salad.

    Citrus juicer with two fresh limes.
    Limes and Citrus Juicer

    Instructions

    1. Remove the rind from the watermelon and dice it into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large bowl. About 1" pieces
    2. In a small bowl combine the lime juice and sea salt. Stir until the salt starts to dissolve.
    Lime juice being pressed into a bowl.

    3. Dice mint leaves into very small pieces.

    Freshly cut mint on a wooden board.

    4. In a large bowl add watermelon, mint, and lime juice.

    5. Mix until everything is completely combined.

    Large metal bowl with diced watermelon and freshly cut mint.
    Metal bowl with diced watermelon and mint mixed up.

    6. Gently fold in the blueberries.

    Metal bowl with diced watermelon and fresh blueberries on top with a wooden spoon.
    Watermelon and Blueberries

    7. Place in refrigerator to chill for 2 hours prior to serving.

    When ready to serve give a good stir, taste, and add more lime, salt, or mint as needed.

    Diced watermelon with fresh blueberries and a spring of mint.
    Watermelon with Mint Leaves

    Variations

    Add feta: Feta cheese goes so well with the watermelon and mint. It is a great addition to give it a little more savory feel.

    Add Other Fruit: Add in other fresh fruits you have laying around. Strawberries, pineapple, mango, or other melons would be great options.

    Equipment

    Citrus Press: This is one of the best and easiest ways to add fresh citrus right to any dish. It also helps catch the seeds so they don't fall into whatever you making.

    Other Blueberry Recipes and Resources:

    • Blueberry and Beet Smoothie
    • Blueberry Lemon Scones
    • How to Freeze Blueberries without Getting Mushy
    • How to Grow Blueberries

    Want to grow blueberries of your very own? I would love to help get you started with your very own blueberry garden. Just imagine having fresh homegrown blueberries out your backdoor every summer.

    A white serving tray with cubed watermelon, blueberries and fresh mint on top.

    Watermelon Mint and Blueberry Salad

    Fresh watermelon salad is full of blueberries, lime, and fresh mint. This is a great way to elevate that bowl of freshly cut watermelon. Perfect for any BBQ, potluck, or picnic.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Chill Time 2 hrs
    Total Time 2 hrs 15 mins
    Course Side Dish, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8 People

    Ingredients
      

    • 8 Cups Diced Watermelon Cut into 1" cubes, or desired size.
    • Juice from 2 Limes
    • ½ teaspoon Sea Salt
    • ¼ Cup Fresh Mint Leaves Chopped fine
    • 1 Cup Blueberries

    Instructions
     

    • Remove the rind from the watermelon and dice it into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large bowl. About 1" pieces
    • In a small bowl combine the lime juice and sea salt. Stir until the salt starts to dissolve.
    • Finely dice the mint leaves and add to the bowl of watermelon. Mix well.
    • Pour in the lime juice and mix until everything is evenly coated.
    • Dump in the blueberries and gently mix.
    • Chill in the fridge for 2 hours prior to serving.
    • When ready to serve taste and add in more lime and mint as needed.
    Keyword Blueberries, Fruit Salad, Limes, Mint, Watermelon, Watermelon Salad
    Did you try this recipe?Leave a comment and rating below.

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    Comments

    1. Rachel

      May 12, 2022 at 5:15 pm

      This sounds delicious! Can’t wait to try it this summer!

      Reply
      • Kristin @ Dirt & Dough

        May 13, 2022 at 4:44 am

        Thank you! I hope you enjoy it.

        Reply
    2. Cordelia

      May 12, 2022 at 2:16 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so delicious! I'm adding it to my list of summer menu dishes!

      Reply
      • Kristin @ Dirt & Dough

        May 13, 2022 at 4:45 am

        You won't be disappointed! The perfect summer salad.

        Reply
    3. Julie

      May 12, 2022 at 2:12 pm

      I love watermelon and I have a ton of mint in my garden (couldn't kill it if I wanted to). This looks great for summer! So refreshing!

      Reply
      • Kristin @ Dirt & Dough

        May 13, 2022 at 4:45 am

        Oh so true about the mnint. Great way to put it to use.

        Reply
    4. Kimberly

      May 12, 2022 at 8:43 am

      This sounds amazing! Saving for when our local farmers start harvesting watermelons!

      Reply
      • Kristin @ Dirt & Dough

        May 13, 2022 at 4:45 am

        Market watermelons are the best! I hope you enjoy it.

        Reply
    5. Danielle

      June 05, 2020 at 3:47 am

      This looks sooo yummy and refreshing ❤️. I will have to try. I love adding lime and lemon to fruit.

      Reply
      • Kristin

        June 05, 2020 at 2:02 pm

        Thank you so much. Yes I do to.

        Reply
    6. Jersey

      June 04, 2020 at 11:58 pm

      I agree with the mint leaves! I wouldn’t have thought it. Great recipe.

      Reply
      • Kristin

        June 05, 2020 at 2:02 pm

        Thank you so much. It's a perfect summer dish.

        Reply
    7. Michelle

      June 04, 2020 at 7:02 pm

      This looks so delicious and refreshing! Perfect for summer!

      Reply
      • Kristin

        June 04, 2020 at 8:23 pm

        Thank you! It definitely is.

        Reply
    8. Susan Nguyen

      June 04, 2020 at 5:19 pm

      5 stars
      Yum! This looks absolutely refreshing and delicious! I like the combo and all the flavors! This'll be on the next backyard BBQ!

      Reply
      • Kristin

        June 04, 2020 at 8:23 pm

        Let me know what you think! It's one of our summer favorites.

        Reply
    9. Alexa

      June 04, 2020 at 4:07 pm

      5 stars
      I love the idea of adding mint and lime to this recipe. I know the acidity in lime helps preserve the fruit. such a great recipe!!

      Reply
      • Kristin

        June 04, 2020 at 8:21 pm

        Thank you! It's one of our summer favorites.

        Reply

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