Grilled Watermelon Steaks with Balsamic Glaze
Grilled Watermelon Steaks with Balsamic Glaze are a refreshing and unique dish perfect for summer gatherings. This inventive recipe transforms juicy watermelon into gourmet “steaks” that are grilled to perfection, resulting in a delightful combination of smoky flavors and sweet juiciness. Drizzled with a homemade balsamic glaze and garnished with fresh mint, these steaks can serve as an impressive appetizer or a light dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium seedless watermelon (about 6–8 lbs)
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (400°F or 200°C).
- Cut the watermelon into thick steaks, about 1 inch each.
- In a saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar and honey; simmer until reduced by half and syrupy (10-15 minutes).
- Brush both sides of the watermelon slices with olive oil and grill for about 3-4 minutes per side until grill marks form.
- Drizzle with the balsamic glaze and sprinkle with fresh mint before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 watermelon steak (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg