Many of us are sick and tired of all those boring salads like strawberry spinach salad and crave something more creative that no one has tried and made yet. Experimenting in the kitchen always leads to successful results. Today, I am going to share a super creative salad recipe that you will certainly love.

The Fake Watermelon Slice Salad Recipe

The watermelon salad that does not contain watermelon will wow your family, friends and guests. The ingredient list is rather affordable and simple.

  • Cuisine: American;
  • Category: Salad;
  • Serves: 2-4;
  • Prep Time: 10 min;
  • Cook time: 30 min;
  • Nutrition Per Serving: 199;

Ingredients:

  • 1-2 onions, chopped
  • 2 boneless chicken breasts, cooked, diced
  • 2-3 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 bunch green onions
  • 1 bunch dill
  • 1 pound mushrooms, diced
  • 2-3 hard boiled eggs, peeled and sliced
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2-3 cucumbers, grated
  • 4 tbsp cheese, grated
  • 2-3 pitted black olives
  • butter

Directions:

Heat butter (or olive oil) in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and mushrooms, and cook stirring until golden brown and soft.

Now that you have all the ingredients ready, start layering your salad. Begin with a good layer of cooked and diced chicken breasts on the bottom, followed by a layer of mayo, them mushrooms with onions, followed by a layer of mayo, then eggs, and again a layer of mayo. Make sure you create a watermelon slice.

Use chopped tomatoes, grated cheese, cucumbers and dill to decorate your salad. Slice the olives to create watermelon seeds. Voila! A quick, easy and creative salad that only dieters may hate.

Serving Suggestions

For the ultimate watermelon illusion, serve this salad on a large white platter and cut it into triangular wedges just like you would a real watermelon. Garnish the platter with fresh mint leaves to mimic watermelon rinds, and consider adding a few real watermelon cubes around the edges for contrast. This eye-catching presentation works perfectly for summer barbecues, potluck dinners, or any gathering where you want to surprise your guests. Pair it with grilled meats or serve as a standalone conversation starter that will have everyone asking for the recipe.