Heat meets sweet in this refreshing watermelon salad featuring spicy jalapenos, Cholula® Chili Lime Seasoning, and salty cotija cheese.
Ingredients
- Chili Lime Jalapenos and Onions
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 tablespoon agave syrup
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Cholula® Chili Lime Seasoning
- 1 each jalapeno pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, julienned
- Watermelon and Jalapeno Salad
- 1/2 each watermelon, small (about 2 pounds), seedless
- 2 ounces Cotija cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, fresh, chopped
- 2 tablespoons mint, fresh, chopped
- 2 teaspoons Cholula® Chili Lime Seasoning
Nutrition Information
(per serving)
Heat meets sweet in this refreshing watermelon salad featuring spicy jalapenos, Cholula® Chili Lime Seasoning, and salty cotija cheese.
Instructions
Chili Lime Jalapenos and Onions
- In a small bowl whisk olive oil, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, lime zest, agave syrup, and chili lime seasoning, combine well and add jalapeno and red onion. Allow to marinate for 15 minutes before adding to watermelon salad.
Watermelon and Jalapeno Salad
- Cut watermelon into 1/2" cubes or desired shape. Drain excess juice from watermelon as needed.
- In a large bowl, combine watermelon, cotija cheese, cilantro, mint, and chili lime jalapenos and onions. Gently stir to combine and serve with additional sprinkling of Cholula Chili Lime seasoning.
