Best 10 Spicy Warm Pineapple Watermelon Salad Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a vibrant and refreshing Spicy Warm Pineapple Watermelon Salad! This delightful dish combines the tropical sweetness of pineapple and watermelon with a touch of heat from jalapeño and cayenne pepper. It features two delectable variations: a Spicy Warm Pineapple Watermelon Salad with a zesty dressing and a Spicy Warm Pineapple Watermelon Salad with a tangy vinaigrette. Both versions offer a symphony of flavors and textures, making them perfect for summer gatherings or as a light and healthy meal.

The first variation features a harmonious blend of pineapple, watermelon, jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro, tossed in a luscious dressing made with lime juice, honey, olive oil, and a hint of cayenne pepper. The result is a salad that bursts with vibrant flavors, with a touch of spiciness to keep your palate engaged.

The second variation introduces a tantalizing twist with a tangy vinaigrette dressing. This version combines pineapple, watermelon, jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro, dressed in a zesty vinaigrette made with lime juice, olive oil, honey, and a pinch of cayenne pepper. The vinaigrette adds a bright and tangy touch, elevating the flavors of the salad to new heights.

Both variations of this Spicy Warm Pineapple Watermelon Salad are incredibly versatile and can be customized to your liking. You can adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less jalapeño pepper, and you can also substitute other herbs, such as mint or basil, for the cilantro. Whether you prefer a zesty dressing or a tangy vinaigrette, this salad is sure to impress with its vibrant flavors and refreshing taste.

Let's cook with our recipes!

PINEAPPLE SALAD WITH VANILLA CUSTARD SAUCE



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     dessert

Time 50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups chopped pineapple (from about 1 1/2 medium pineapples)
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 1 to 2 limes)
2 tablespoons superfine sugar
1 cup whole milk
1/2 vanilla bean
2 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg

Steps:

  • Make the pineapple salad: Toss the pineapple, mint, lime juice and superfine sugar in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • For the custard, first prepare an ice bath. Place the milk in a large metal bowl set over a saucepan filled with 1 inch water. Slice open the vanilla bean lengthwise, scrape the seeds into the milk and discard the pod. Stir to combine.
  • Heat the double boiler over medium heat until the milk is steaming but not boiling. Turn off the heat. Combine 1/4 cup of the warm milk with the egg yolks in a small bowl, stirring constantly. Add another 1/4 cup of milk, stirring constantly to warm the egg yolks. Pour the egg-and-milk mixture into the remaining milk in the double boiler. Stir in the granulated sugar. Turn on the heat to medium and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly, about 10 minutes. (The custard should thickly coat the back of a wooden spoon.)
  • Remove from the heat and put the metal bowl in the ice water bath. Stir in the nutmeg. Stir the custard from time to time until it becomes very cold. When the custard is cold, drizzle some over each serving of pineapple salad and serve the extra custard on the side.

SPICY WATERMELON SALAD WITH PINEAPPLE AND LIME



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Refreshing, sweet and spicy, this salad is the edible equivalent of a crisp beer on a hot summer's day. It pushes the watermelon-feta-mint combination to new heights with a Mexican-inspired flavor profile of lime, jalapeño and cilantro. It's also easy to prepare, requiring little more than a knife, a bowl and a whisk. Enjoy it as soon as it's assembled, as the salty dressing draws the juice out of the fruit fairly quickly and the salad can lose its fresh crunch. A sprinkle of Tajín, a chile-lime Mexican spice blend, is optional, but adds a touch of smoke.

Provided by Alexa Weibel

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, weekday, salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon fresh lime zest, plus 2 tablespoons juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
Kosher salt and black pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1 1/4 pounds fresh watermelon, chilled
1 1/4 pounds fresh pineapple, chilled
4 ounces feta, crumbled (about 2/3 cup)
1 packed cup small cilantro sprigs, or 1/3 packed cup torn fresh mint
Tajín, for sprinkling (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together oil, vinegar, lime zest and juice, honey and jalapeño. Season generously with salt and pepper. Add the red onion and toss to coat. Let marinate, 10 minutes.
  • While the onions marinate, chop the watermelon and the pineapple into 1-inch cubes, discarding any seeds. Add watermelon and pineapple to the vinaigrette and toss to coat; season to taste. Refrigerate until serving.
  • When ready to serve, add feta and herbs to salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with Tajin, if using, and serve immediately.

SPICY WARM PINEAPPLE WATERMELON SALAD



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 red onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon sugar
2 cups diced pineapple
1/2 cup medium watermelon chunks
1/2 cup rice wine vinegar
Salt
Chopped fresh mint leaves, for serving
Crumbled goat cheese, for serving

Steps:

  • Saute the onion and garlic together over low heat, in a medium saucepan, being careful not to burn the garlic. Add the sugar and let it dissolve until almost caramelized. Stir in the pineapple, watermelon, and vinegar and allow to cook until the fruit is coated with the liquid in the pan, about 2 to 3 minutes. Season with salt, to taste, and serve with chopped mint and goat cheese.

WATERMELON AND PINEAPPLE SALAD



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Make and share this Watermelon and Pineapple Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chocolatl

Categories     Pineapple

Time 5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

18 ounces watermelon, cut into bite-sized chunks
18 ounces pineapple, cut into bite-sized chunks
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 -2 tablespoon cilantro
6 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients except pepper in a bowl and toss to mix.
  • Add pepper to taste.
  • Chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80.1, Fat 0.3, Sodium 3.2, Carbohydrate 20.6, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 14.7, Protein 1.2

WATERMELON SALAD



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Have a great summer party with watermelon salad inside its rind. Scoop out the watermelon, add other fruits, put it back in, and you have a personal-sized salad for each person!

Provided by GREEKGURU

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Apple Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 small watermelons
1 (15 ounce) can canned diced pineapple in juice, drain juice and reserve
1 pound seedless grapes
2 apples - peeled, cored and chopped
2 bananas, cut into bite-size pieces

Steps:

  • Cut each watermelon in half lengthwise. Hollow out the insides using a melon baller, reserving rind for later use. Drain pineapple, and discard juice. Cut apples in half, remove cores, and cut into bite size pieces. Peel banana, and slice in to bite size pieces. Rinse grapes under cold running water, and pat dry.
  • In a bowl, toss together the watermelon balls, pineapple, apple, banana chunks, and grapes. Divide fruit salad among the 4 reserved watermelon "bowls," and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451.4 calories, Carbohydrate 115 g, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 8.3 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 11.6 mg, Sugar 92.9 g

SPICY FRUIT SALAD



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A delicious and refreshing summer fruit salad with a spicy twist. Tastes better the longer it's chilled, to let flavors blend.

Provided by puerca83

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Apple Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
1 cup cubed, seeded watermelon
1 mango, peeled and cubed
1 green apple, cored and sliced
¼ cup lime juice
2 tablespoons honey, or more to taste
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 teaspoons chili-lime seasoning (such as Tajin®)

Steps:

  • Mix pineapple, watermelon, mango, and green apple in a large bowl.
  • Blend lime juice, honey, and jalapeno in a blender until smooth.
  • Pour jalapeno dressing into the large bowl and mix thoroughly. Sprinkle chili-lime seasoning on top. Chill for 1 to 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80.9 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 134.9 mg, Sugar 19 g

SPICY WATERMELON



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This Latino dish makes a refreshing summer snack with a surprising combination of flavors! Children love it.

Provided by feverdream

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon ground coriander
¼ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups cubed seeded watermelon
½ lime, juiced

Steps:

  • Mix cumin, coriander, chili powder, salt, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl.
  • Place watermelon into serving bowls; sprinkle with spice mixture. Squeeze lime juice over spiced watermelon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.1 g, Sodium 296.3 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

SPICY PINEAPPLE SALAD



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Serve this sweet and spicy side with our Smoky Beef Tacos for a Tex-Mex feast.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
2 jalapeno chiles (ribs and seeds removed), thinly sliced crosswise
1 teaspoon red-wine vinegar
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over high. Working in 2 batches, cook pineapple and jalapenos on one side until lightly browned, 4 to 6 minutes; transfer to a bowl. Add vinegar, season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44 g, Fat 2 g

HOT PINEAPPLE SALAD



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This delicious recipe is courtesy of Clay Aiken, from "American Idol." It will definitely be a great addition to any summer get-together!

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

One 20-ounce can pineapple tidbits with juice
1 cup sugar
6 tablespoons self-rising flour
2 cups grated medium-sharp cheddar cheese
1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium bowl, combine pineapple, sugar, flour, and cheese. Transfer to an 8-by-8-inch, 1 1/2 quart baking dish. Top with crushed crackers and drizzle with melted butter. Bake for 35 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

WATERMELON-PINEAPPLE FRUIT SALAD



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This refreshing summertime fruit salad is made with plums, peaches, watermelon, raspberries, and mint.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 of a (4 pound) pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 of a (2 1/2 pound) seedless watermelon, rind removed, flesh cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
2 red plums, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 peaches, cut into 1/2-inch slices
6 ounces raspberries (1 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. (Refrigerate, in airtight containers, up to 2 days).

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe pineapple and watermelon.
  • If you don't have fresh mint, you can use dried mint or another fresh herb, such as basil or cilantro.
  • Adjust the amount of jalapeño pepper to your desired spice level.
  • If you want a sweeter salad, add a teaspoon or two of honey or agave syrup.
  • For a more refreshing salad, chill the fruit and dressing before serving.

Conclusion:

This spicy warm pineapple watermelon salad is a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy fresh summer fruit. The combination of sweet pineapple, juicy watermelon, and spicy jalapeño is sure to tantalize your taste buds. This salad is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy choice for a snack or side dish. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy fresh fruit, give this spicy warm pineapple watermelon salad a try.

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