Flavorful Grilled Watermelon Steaks Recipe with Honey and Sea Salt
A quick and easy summer BBQ recipe that transforms watermelon into smoky, sweet, and savory grilled steaks with honey and sea salt.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe seedless watermelon, sliced into 1-inch thick steaks
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Honey, for drizzling (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- Coarse sea salt or flaky Maldon salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper (optional)
- Fresh herbs like mint or basil (optional)
- Crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the watermelon. Slice into 1-inch thick steaks, removing any seeds if needed.
- Lightly brush both sides of each watermelon steak with extra virgin olive oil.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375-400°F).
- Place the watermelon steaks on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until grill marks appear and the surface caramelizes slightly.
- Remove from grill and while still warm, drizzle honey generously over each piece and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
- Optionally, add freshly cracked black pepper or chopped fresh herbs like mint or basil before serving.
Notes
Use thick 1-inch watermelon slices to prevent falling apart. Brush watermelon with olive oil instead of oiling the grill to avoid flare-ups. Keep grill clean and use medium-high heat for best caramelization. Do not overcook; 3-4 minutes per side is sufficient. Chilling watermelon before slicing can help firm it up. Optional toppings like feta cheese or fresh herbs add extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: One 1-inch thick wat
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 22
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 23
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 0.5
Keywords: grilled watermelon, watermelon steaks, summer BBQ, honey, sea salt, grilled fruit, vegan, gluten-free