Confession: as far as we're concerned, watermelon is the ultimate summer fruit (and vegetable). At summer picnics, while relaxing on the porch, even on a rainy day, there's literally never a bad time to chow down on this delicious and juicy treat. And while we'll never get sick of munching on a good ol' slice of watermelon, we couldn't help but fall in love with these 15 creative ways to eat watermelon this summer:
1. Turn it into sorbet.
Using an ice cream maker, turn watermelon into a sweet and refreshing sorbet that can be served up right inside the rind. (Or freeze the sorbet inside the rind cut into slices!)
Get the recipe at Food For My Family.
2. Make a watermelon keg.
Impress summer party guests by serving punch out of a watermelon dispenser. While it may look involved, it's actually super-easy to make!
3. Turn watermelon into a no-bake cake.
When the weather gets hot, we turn to desserts that don't require turning on the oven. To make this simple recipe, cut off a watermelon's rind then cover in whipped cream with berries and almonds for decoration. Healthy AND tasty!
Get the recipe at PopSugar.
4. Grill it.
You can grill anything—yes, even watermelon slices.
Get the recipe at Amour Foud.
5. Turn watermelon into edible shot glasses.
Come summer, it's better to drink outside—preferably on the porch with something fruity in hand.
6. Cut watermelon using the grid method.
Cut your watermelon in half and then cut each of the halves vertically into a grid. Not only is this smart cutting method super quick, it allows you to store the resulting watermelon sticks neatly into a large bowl, perfect for serving to guests.
Get the tutorial at My Frugal Adventures.
7. Infuse watermelon with alcohol.
All you need to turn your watermelon into a boozy treat is a long blade knife, a funnel, and a bottle of vodka or rum. Pour in the liquor and then chill your watermelon in the fridge. When you cut your watermelon up, it will already be transformed into tasty adult treat.
Get the recipe at Pessimist Incarnate.
8. Use cookie cutters to dress up a fruit salad.
This might just be the easiest trick for making watermelon look as good as it tastes—all you need is a cookie cutter in any shape. Add your fun-shaped melon to a fruit salad or use it as a cocktail garnish.
Get the recipe at Creagirl.
9. Or, use alphabet cookie cutters to create drink markers and place holders.
If you really want to get creative with your cookie cutter creations, use letters to spell your guests' names out of melon. They'll never mix up their drinks again!
Get the recipe at Instructables.
10. Create edible melon art.
Now that you're a pro at creating fun fruit shapes, it's time to take your watermelon art to the next level. This American flag design is easier to create than you might think!
Get the recipe at Vegetable Fruit Carving.
11. Turn a whole watermelon into a big-batch Jell-O shot.
To transform a whole watermelon into a boozier version of itself, carve out the fruity goodness and then make your Jell-O shot right inside the rind.
12. Create a watermelon smoothie without even cutting your fruit open.
Cut a hole in the side of your watermelon. Then attach a clean coat hanger to a power drill to create a makeshift blender. Once your fruit is thoroughly blended, you can serve it without even having to slice it in half.
13. Serve watermelon on Popsicle sticks.
Cut watermelon into triangles and push a Popsicle stick into the rind. Then freeze overnight to create a refreshing treat you and your kids will love.
Get the recipe at Nutrition Stripped.
14. Turn watermelon cubes into a fancy appetizer by adding feta.
Sure, tomato and mozzarella are great, but—we're calling it—watermelon and feta is the next caprese.
Get the recipe at Bites of Bri.
15. Make watermelon frosties.
Scoop out a watermelon to create a delicious frosty treat, then serve it right inside the rind.
Get the recipe at Chocolate Covered Katie.
16. Make watermelon pizza.
Take a slice of watermelon and add your favorite toppings! Perfect for any summer snack or dessert.
