Watermelon with Fennel Salt

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
12%
Watermelon with Fennel Salt
20 min.
6
180kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and unique side dish that will impress your guests? Look no further than this delightful Watermelon with Fennel Salt recipe! Perfect for summer gatherings or casual dinners, this dish combines the sweet juiciness of watermelon with the aromatic, slightly sweet flavor of fennel seeds, creating a tantalizing contrast that is sure to awaken your taste buds.

Not only is this recipe a feast for the senses, but it is also incredibly easy to prepare, taking just 20 minutes from start to finish. With its vibrant colors and refreshing taste, it’s a fantastic addition to any meal, whether you’re hosting a barbecue or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home. Plus, it caters to a variety of dietary preferences, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it a versatile choice for all your guests.

The combination of toasted fennel seeds and kosher salt sprinkled over chilled watermelon slices elevates this dish to a whole new level. Serve it alongside zesty lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor that complements the sweetness of the watermelon. This Watermelon with Fennel Salt is not just a side dish; it’s a celebration of summer’s bounty that you won’t want to miss!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon fennel seeds 
  • teaspoons kosher salt 
  •  lime wedges 
  • 12 slices from a 5-lb watermelon 1-inch-thick chilled quartered ()

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat a dry small heavy skillet over moderately low heat until hot, about 3 minutes, then toast fennel seeds, stirring constantly, until lightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes.
  2. Transfer seeds to a work surface and cool 10 minutes. Coarsely crush seeds using bottom of skillet, then stir together with salt and sprinkle over watermelon.
  3. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories180kcal
Protein7.3%
Fat4.54%
Carbs88.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.78
Glycemic Load
30.98
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
12.749130492625%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
7.74mg
Naringenin
0.61mg
Luteolin
2.63mg
Kaempferol
2.57mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:180.45kcal
9.02%
Fat:1.04g
1.6%
Saturated Fat:0.1g
0.63%
Carbohydrates:45.6g
15.2%
Net Carbohydrates:42.41g
15.42%
Sugar:35.77g
39.74%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:782.12mg
34.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.77g
7.55%
Vitamin A:3265.03IU
65.3%
Vitamin C:51.78mg
62.76%
Potassium:676.1mg
19.32%
Magnesium:62.15mg
15.54%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.31%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.49%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.22%
Copper:0.26mg
13.16%
Vitamin B5:1.3mg
13.03%
Fiber:3.19g
12.76%
Iron:1.67mg
9.29%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.49%
Phosphorus:71.03mg
7.1%
Calcium:58.42mg
5.84%
Vitamin B3:1.11mg
5.57%
Folate:18.6µg
4.65%
Zinc:0.63mg
4.21%
Selenium:2.36µg
3.37%
Vitamin E:0.33mg
2.17%
Source:Epicurious