# Watermelon Salad Recipes This Light and Refreshing Summer Salad Uses Mozzarella and Watermelon By Rebecca Byers | Published 2015-06-09 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watermelon-salad-recipe References: [cupofjo](http://cupofjo.com/2015/05/watermelon-salad/) This delicious [watermelon salad recipe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/habit-burger-grill-salads) is a quick and nutritious option to work into a summer barbecue. In order to create this beautiful, refreshing salad, one must acquire one watermelon, three [slices of fresh mozzarella](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galbani-cheese), plus a bit of mint, basil, almonds and walnuts. Additionally, each plate is dressed with olive oil and sea salt. First, the watermelon must be carved into a circular slab on that is approximately one-inch thick and has had the rind removed. Once the watermelon slices have been plated, each is delicately topped with several slices of mozzarella followed by a selection of mint and basil. Finally, the pretty summer salad is topped with a handful of [chopped walnuts and almonds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saladsprinkles) and then dressed with olive oil and sea salt. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Nutritious Salad Options:** There is a growing trend for nutritious salad options that offer a refreshing and healthy alternative for summer meals. - **Creative Watermelon Recipes:** People are increasingly experimenting with creative watermelon recipes to add unique flavors and textures to their meals. - **Light and Refreshing Summer Dishes:** Light and refreshing summer dishes, such as watermelon salad, are becoming popular choices for barbecues and outdoor gatherings. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can explore opportunities to develop and market nutritious salad options that incorporate watermelon and other fresh ingredients. - **Hospitality and Catering:** The hospitality and catering industry can capitalize on the demand for creative watermelon recipes by offering innovative menu options for summer events and gatherings. - **Healthy Eating and Wellness:** The healthy eating and wellness industry can promote watermelon salad as a light and refreshing summer dish that fits into a balanced diet and promotes overall well-being. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Seasonal Watermelon-Themed Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/california-fields-salad.md) - [Juicy Watermelon Wines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watermelon-moscato.md) - [Canned Watermelon Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mela.md) - [Watermelon Iced Teas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watermelon-iced-tea.md) - [Summery Watermelon Acai Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watermelon-bowl.md) - [Mix-and-Match Salads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-of-salade-samplers.md) - [Hydrating Melon Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mela-watermelon-water.md) - [Watermelon Seed-Based Cheese](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/katharos.md) - [Watermelon Iced Coffee Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nespressos-juicy-watermelon.md)