Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Start by cleaning the watermelon. Make sure it’s free from any dirt and impurities. Place it on a sturdy wooden board. Aim to cut it into a block shape; this will help you create even slices later. Visualize how you want to present it, as the shape will influence the final look.
- Next, slice the watermelon into thin pieces. You're aiming for slices that are not too thick, which can be cumbersome to eat, and not so thin that they fall apart. Each slice should hold together, with the juicy texture inviting you to take a bite.
- Repeat the slicing process until all the watermelon is done. Arrange these beautiful slices on a large plate, overlapping them slightly for an elegant appearance.
- Now, let’s prepare the topping! On a clean cutting board, coarsely chop the pistachios and dill. The goal is to create small pieces that will be easy to sprinkle over the watermelon. Enjoy the sound of the knife against the board as you chop.
- Once done with the nuts and herbs, add the feta cheese to the mix. Continue chopping until all ingredients are roughly the same size, about pea-sized bits. This ensures that every bite has a bit of everything.
- Transfer all the chopped toppings into a bowl. It's time to add the remaining ingredients! Pour in the lemon juice, balsamic syrup, and extra virgin olive oil. Mix everything well to combine the flavors.
- Now comes the exciting part! Carefully dollop the topping over the arranged slices of watermelon. Make sure to cover the entire surface generously, ensuring that each slice is adorned with that delicious mixture.
- For the finishing touch, squirt a bit of extra lemon juice on top and scatter more fresh dill if you like. This adds a pop of color and flavor!
- Finally, serve the Watermelon Carpaccio right away to enjoy its vibrant freshness. It’s the perfect dish to impress your guests or to indulge yourself!
Notes
This is such an easy recipe which tastes like summer on a plate! Tip 1: Start with a block of watermelon so you can end up with even slices. Tip 2: Thinly slice your watermelon to a point where it's thin but not breaking apart. Tip 3: If you don't have watermelon, use any fruit you like! Tip 4: Feel free to swap cheese, use goat or blue cheese --they pair so well with watermelon. Tip 5: Make sure to have a topping that's well balanced in terms of salt, sweet, tang and herb. Tip 6: You can pre-slice the carpaccio and keep it stored, covered in the fridge for 3 days. Tip 7: Similarly you can chop and prepare the toppings and store that for 3 days in the fridge as well. Tip 8: Dress the carpaccio ONLY when you're ready to serve! Tip 9: Store leftovers in the fridge and eat within 48 hours.