Watermelon Jalapeno Cups
Any way you slice it, watermelon is an essential ingredient of summer! But for these bold bites, we’re going a different route: cubes! And here’s another curveball: they’ve got a spicy, salty kick.
Recipe - Lyndale Liquor
Watermelon Jalapeno Cups
Prep Time30 Minutes
Servings24
Cook Time30 Minutes
Ingredients
24 seedless watermelon cubes (1-inch)
1/2 cup finely chopped cucumber
1 tablespoon finely chopped jalapeno
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon lime juice
Pinch of salt
2 tablespoons finely grated Cotija cheese
Directions
- Using a small melon baller or measuring spoon, scoop out a small cup in the center of each watermelon cube (save centers for another use).
- In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients, except Cotija; spoon into watermelon cubes.
- Sprinkle cotija over the top of the cubes and serve.
- TIP: Cotija cheese is an aged Mexican cheese. Parmesan makes a good substitute for Cotija.
30 minutes
Prep Time
30 minutes
Cook Time
24
Servings
Shop Ingredients
Makes 24 servings
Directions
- Using a small melon baller or measuring spoon, scoop out a small cup in the center of each watermelon cube (save centers for another use).
- In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients, except Cotija; spoon into watermelon cubes.
- Sprinkle cotija over the top of the cubes and serve.
- TIP: Cotija cheese is an aged Mexican cheese. Parmesan makes a good substitute for Cotija.