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Watermelon Sandwich

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By Snejana Andreeva

on Jul 25, 2024, Updated Jan 28, 2026

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Okay, I beg of you to please 🙏 just trust me one last time. I have tried my fair share of food trends, but The Viral Watermelon Sandwich recipe will have you shook. My mind was blown when I took that first bite because it tasted RIDICULOUSLY GOOD . What I thought was going to be an epic fail, was incredibly delicious, with a flavor combo that somehow, worked. It combines fresh , juicy 🍉 watermelon with crisp salty pickles, spicy honey, sweetness from the balsamic glaze and creaminess from Havarti. That first bite made my tastebuds go bananas🤪 and I’m sure yours will too!

  • Why You’ll Love This Watermelon Sandwich
  • How to Prepare This Watermelon Sandwich
  • Nonna’s Tip 🍉
  • Variations and Substitutions for This Watermelon Sandwich
  • Similar Recipes
  • Best Served With
  • Common Questions
  • Viral Watermelon Sandwich Recipe
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Why You’ll Love This Watermelon Sandwich

This Viral Watermelon Sandwich just hits, I promise. Ladies, if you crave a salty/sweet combo at certain times of the month, or if that pregnancy 🥒 pickle craving is coming in, I guarantee you will love this. The combination of sweet watermelon and tangy pickles is just so so good. The result is a juicy and fresh spin on a sandwich , with filling options that you can really have fun with.

How to Prepare This Watermelon Sandwich

🔪 Use a sharp knife to slice two thin squares out of a watermelon (should resemble two slices of bread).

🥒 On top of one watermelon slice, add 3 pickle slices, a cheese slice, a drizzle of hot honey and balsamic glaze. Lastly, add the fresh basil leaves.

🍉 Top with the second square slice of watermelon and enjoy!

Nonna’s Tip 🍉

You can pat the watermelon slices dry with a paper towel before assembling the sandwich to reduce excess moisture .

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Variations and Substitutions for This Watermelon Sandwich

  1. Have fun with the cheese varieties: a slice of salty feta cheese, fresh mozzarella, or goat cheese would also be delicious.
  2. You could absolutely use sweet pickles or bread-and-butter pickles if you prefer a different flavor profile.
  3. You could also add additional ingredients such as arugula, thinly sliced red onions, fresh mint, or even prosciutto slices to enhance the flavors.

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Best Served With

  • Any barbecue main dish would be delicious with this Watermelon Feta Sandwich such as 🍔my Juicy Homemade Burgers , Grilled Chicken Thighs or 🍗 Chicken Souvlaki Skewers .

Common Questions

Sliced dill pickles work best, but you can use sweet pickles or bread-and-butter pickles if you prefer a different flavor profile.

If you don’t want a spicy kick, absolutely use a drizzle of regular honey instead of hot honey.

You can make your own hot honey, but warming a bit of honey with chili flakes in a bowl in the microwave or in a pot on the stove.

Certainly feel free to add other ingredients like arugula, thinly sliced red onions, or prosciutto to enhance the flavors.

This Watermelon Sandwich is best served immediately after preparation to enjoy the fresh and crisp textures.

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Equipment

  • ▢ Nakiri Knife
  • ▢ Cutting Board

Ingredients

  • ▢ 2 slices watermelon , sliced like toast bread
  • ▢ 3 slices pickles
  • ▢ 1 slice Havarti cheese
  • ▢ 1 drizzle hot honey
  • ▢ 1 drizzle balsamic glaze
  • ▢ 3 leaves basil

Instructions

  • ▢ Cut two thin squares out of a watermelon to resemble two slices of bread.
  • ▢ On top of one watermelon piece, add 3 pickle slices, the cheese, a drizzle of hot honey, balsamic glaze, and the basil leaves.
  • ▢ Top with the second square slice of watermelon and enjoy!

My Notes

Nutrition

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Viral Watermelon Sandwich

Equipment

  • Nakiri Knife
  • Cutting Board

Ingredients

  • 2 slices watermelon sliced like toast bread
  • 3 slices pickles
  • 1 slice Havarti cheese
  • 1 drizzle hot honey
  • 1 drizzle balsamic glaze
  • 3 leaves basil

Instructions

  • Cut two thin squares out of a watermelon to resemble two slices of bread.
  • On top of one watermelon piece, add 3 pickle slices, the cheese, a drizzle of hot honey, balsamic glaze, and the basil leaves.
  • Top with the second square slice of watermelon and enjoy!

Video

Nutrition

Viral Watermelon Sandwich https://themodernnonna.com/watermelon-sandwich/ July 25, 2024