11 Fresh Watermelon Recipes For Your Next Summer Cookout

Backyard BBQs just got a fresh upgrade.

If you ask me, watermelon should be the official fruit of summer. 🍉 It’s tasty, it’s refreshing, and it’s a surprisingly versatile fruit. If you’re tired of serving the same old melon slices at your al fresco parties and cookouts, try out these fresh recipe takes on the summery staple.

Here are 11 fresh watermelon recipes we’re lovin’…

1. Watermelon Agua Fresca

Photo from Dinner At The Zoo

Sit back and relax with a cold glass of this refreshing watermelon aqua fresca that makes every moment feel like you’re in the tropics. Get the recipe from Dinner At The Zoo.

2. Watermelon Sorbet

Photo from Recipe Girl

Move over, ice cream – this fresh and fruity sorbet is about to give you a run for your money. Get the recipe from Recipe Girl.

3. Chili Lime Watermelon Fries

Yes, you read that right. Watermelon fries. Take your melon game to a whole new level with a sprinkle of citrus spiced seasoning and a cool creamy dipping sauce. Get the recipe here on Hip2Save.

4. Watermelon Fruit Leather

Photo from Domestically Blissful

This summertime treat is perfect for snacking and only requires 2 ingredients. Get the recipe from Domestically Blissful.

5. Watermelon Frosé

Photo from Yummy Mummy Kitchen

As if rosé could get any better, this adult cocktail blends it with frozen watermelon cubes. This has poolside drink written all over it! Get the recipe from Yummy Mummy Kitchen.

6. Watermelon Feta Salad

Bye potatoes! Bye macaroni! It’s time for watermelon to shine in this summer side salad. Get the recipe here on Hip2Save.

7. Watermelon Brie Bites

Photo from My Suburban Kitchen

What an easy appetizer that looks so fancy! It’s part sweet, part savory, and all parts delicious. Get the recipe from My Suburban Kitchen.

8. Mango, Watermelon, and Corn Salad

Photo from The Forked Spoon

This salad is all things summer combined into a single dish – and it comes together in a cinch! Get the recipe from The Forked Spoon.

9. Watermelon Punch

Impress your guests with this gorgeous, fresh punch bowl and punch recipe! This party-ready drink can also be served with rum or white wine for an adults-only kick. Get the recipe here on Hip2Save.

10. Watermelon Pizza

Photo from Weelicious

Watermelon pizza? You better believe it! Each slice is fruit-filled making your second helping feel a lot less guilty. Get this recipe from Weelicious.

11. Watermelon Cake

Photo from Creative Green Living

Have your cake and eat it, too! This gorgeous dessert looks incredibly decadent, and it’s gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, and vegan. Get this recipe from Creative Green Living.

Bonus: Frozen Watermelon on a Stick

This isn’t technically a recipe, but it’s a fun frozen treat! Just insert a stick into a slice of melon, pop it in the freezer, and get your snack on. Get more details here on Hip2Save.

Another Bonus: Try this watermelon cutting hack!

Photo from Best Recipe Box

This simple trick from Best Recipe Box shows how to cut half of a watermelon into a grid for easy sticks! I’ve tried this myself, and it’s a totally easy way to cut and serve melon.

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