Put It In A Watermelon: 10 Recipes That Can Be Served In A Watermelon Half

Watermelon is a juicy fruit that is popular in the summer months — it will keep you refreshed at any gathering. Buy a few watermelons for your next backyard festivities and make a few refreshing recipes that range from drinks to appetizers.

If you're having an intimate gathering at your home, this is the perfect drink to serve. Just put this Watermelon Rum Soda in a watermelon half, add a few straws, and encourage everyone to share. 

Why limit yourself to watermelon? Other fruits are welcome, too. Make a strawberry and watermelon salad to put in a watermelon half for a delicious appetizer. 

Plain lemonade is a tad boring. At your next backyard gathering, make this simple watermelon lemonade with only five ingredients. And don't forget to serve it in a watermelon for that extra wow factor. 

Daiquiris don't always have to be strawberry. This recipe has fresh watermelon, cherries, raspberry fruit spread, and ginger to pack a punch. Everyone at your next gathering will ask for this recipe. 

Watermelon balls are refreshing and sweet all on their own, but when you spike them with rum and lime, it takes it to a whole new level. To top it off, serve them right inside the watermelon half you scooped them from. Great presentation and great flavors are all you ever need. 

During those hot summer days, you want something to cool you down. Try this Watermelon Granita recipe — we're sure it won't disappoint. 

Try this cool and refreshing Watermelon Gazpacho at your next dinner party. It's a chilled soup that's both sweet and savory — which is great for summer nights. For presentation, set it in the middle of the table inside a watermelon half.

Nothing is more refreshing than a salad that has the word "refreshing" in the title. Try this watermelon salad with mint, feta, cucumbers, watermelon, and balsamic vinaigrette.

Smoothies are easy to whip up. If you're looking for a refreshing non-alcoholic drink for your next party, look no further. This smoothie only has four ingredients and will take a matter of minutes to create. If you want, make the smoothie in the morning and let it chill all day until your guests arrive. 

You have an amazing recipe — now all you need is a great presentation. Why not serve your next salad inside a watermelon half? Set a pair of tongs right next to it and have everyone serve themselves.