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Grilled Watermelon Dessert Pizza

Thick, smoky rounds of grilled watermelon act as a refreshing, juicy crust topped with creamy sweetened ricotta, a drizzle of honey, and fresh mint for the ultimate quick summer dessert.

Grilled Watermelon Dessert Pizza
Prep 10 min Cook 5 min Total 15 min Level Easy
Serves 4

Ingredients

Watermelon Crust

  • 4 rounds Seedless watermelon — Cut into 1-inch thick rounds
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil — For lightly brushing the watermelon

Toppings

  • 1 cup Whole milk ricotta cheese — Drained if very wet
  • 3 tablespoons Honey — Divided (1 tbsp for ricotta, 2 tbsp for drizzling)
  • 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 0.25 cup Fresh mint leaves — Torn or roughly chopped
  • 1 pinch Flaky sea salt (optional) — To taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Ensure the grates are clean.

    ~5 min
    A clean grill prevents the watermelon from picking up savory flavors from previous meals.

  2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the ricotta cheese, 1 tablespoon of honey, and the vanilla extract until smooth. Set aside.

    ~3 min
    If your ricotta is grainy, you can pulse it in a food processor for a few seconds to make it ultra-smooth and creamy.

  3. Pat the watermelon rounds dry with a paper towel. Lightly brush both sides of each round with olive oil.

    ~2 min
    Drying the surface helps achieve better grill marks without steaming the fruit.

  4. Place the watermelon rounds on the hot grill. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, just until grill marks appear and the fruit is slightly warmed. Remove from the grill and place on a serving platter.

    ~5 min
    Do not overcook, or the watermelon will become mushy.

  5. Divide the sweetened ricotta evenly among the grilled watermelon rounds, spreading it out like pizza sauce. Drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of honey, scatter fresh mint leaves over the top, and finish with a pinch of flaky sea salt. Slice into wedges and serve immediately.

    ~2 min
    Serve immediately while the watermelon is warm and the ricotta is cool.
Nutrition
185
Calories
7
Protein (g)
25
Carbs (g)
7
Fat (g)
3
Sat. Fat (g)
1
Fiber (g)
21
Sugar (g)
65
Sodium (mg)
15
Cholesterol (mg)
Equipment
  • Outdoor grill or indoor grill pan
  • Pastry brush
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Spatula
Tips & Storage
  • For extra flavor, squeeze a bit of fresh lime juice over the watermelon right after grilling.
  • Small personal-sized watermelons yield the perfect circular 'pizza' slices for individual servings.
  • If you want a savory-sweet twist, add a drizzle of balsamic glaze or a sprinkle of chili flakes.
  • Storage: This dish is best enjoyed immediately. If you have leftovers, scrape off the ricotta and store the fruit and cheese separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Note that the grilled watermelon will release juices and soften significantly as it sits.
Tags
BBQ dessert pizza easy fruit dessert gluten_free gluten-free grilled halal honey light dessert mint nut_free outdoor cooking quick refreshing ricotta smoky summer sweet vegetarian vegetarian watermelon

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