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Grilled Watermelon & Heirloom Tomato Summer Stack!
Every summer there's one recipe that makes people stop mid-bite and say:
"Wait... that's watermelon?"

And honestly, I get it.
Most people think watermelon belongs sliced on a paper plate at a barbecue. But throw it on a hot grill and something magical happens. The sugars caramelize, the texture firms up, and suddenly it takes on a savory, almost steak-like quality that pairs beautifully with ripe heirloom tomatoes and salty feta.

This is peak summer on a platter. Fresh. Colorful. Unexpected. And absolutely gorgeous for backyard gatherings, brunches, or a light dinner on a hot evening.

Grilled Watermelon & Heirloom Tomato Stack

Ingredients
• 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for drizzling
• 1 seedless watermelon (about 4 pounds), rind removed and cut into ½-inch slices
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
• 4 multicolored heirloom tomatoes, thinly sliced
• ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, plus more to taste
• 6 ounces feta cheese, thinly sliced or crumbled

Directions

Preheat a grill, grill pan, or cast-iron skillet to medium-high heat and lightly oil the surface.

Using a biscuit cutter, ring mold, or even a drinking glass, cut the watermelon slices into circles. Season both sides with ½ teaspoon of the salt.

Grill the watermelon for about 2 minutes per side until grill marks form and the edges begin to caramelize. Remove and allow to cool for about 10 minutes.

In a bowl, gently toss the sliced heirloom tomatoes with the olive oil, remaining salt, and black pepper.

On a serving platter, create alternating layers of grilled watermelon, tomatoes, and feta cheese. Drain excess liquid from the tomatoes before stacking.

Finish with a drizzle of olive oil and a final crack of black pepper.

Serve immediately.

The combination of sweet watermelon, smoky char, juicy tomatoes, and salty feta is one of those flavor combinations that sounds strange on paper but works beautifully on the plate.

Have you ever grilled watermelon before?

And if you've got a favorite unusual summer recipe, drop it in the comments. I'm always looking for new ways to use what's growing this time of year.