This raw watermelon pizza recipe with lime is a beautiful, refreshing, and super delicious summer dish! The lime flavor puts it over the top, and I always love finding new ways to use finger limes in recipes. This is a new favorite!
I grew up in a family with many artists.
My grandfather was a painter and made beautiful jewelry, and my grandmother used to sew the most darling dolls and little teddy bears.
My grandfather’s paintings are hung throughout my house and I still wear earrings he made. Some of my grandmother’s sweet teddy bears are on a bookshelf in my son’s room.
My aunt is an amazing painter and my cousin is a renown photographer.
My father is also a photographer, and my mom was an incredible house designer and interior decorator. Growing up in my parents’ house was like living in a work of art. Really it is a museum of sorts.
I took a photography class in high school, and and my dad taught me everything he knew in the awesome darkroom he made at our house.
It never occurred to me that one day, I’d combine that knowledge with my love of cooking.
eI didn’t really feel like an artist myself though, until one day when my painter aunt said I’d found my art medium — food.
Can you see it in this Watermelon Pizza Recipe with Lime?
I’ll never forget that moment, because it made me feel special, and it somehow validated my work.
A quick chat about the special citrus in this Watermelon Pizza Recipe with Lime . . .
My favorite ingredient on this pizza might be the finger limes. I adore them!
Finger Limes
- Finger limes, often called Citrus Caviar, are actually a lime-like citrus, shaped like fingers.
- They vary in color and taste like a blend between a lime and a grapefruit.
- They’re filled with hundreds of tiny balls of juice, like edible bubbles. They will pop in your mouth!
Finger Limes in Recipes:
- Papaya-Avocado Salad with Cactus Pear-Lemon Vinaigrette
- Shaved Melon-Avocado Salad Recipe
- Rambutini: A Rambutan Martini Recipe
Enjoy!
This raw watermelon pizza recipe with lime is a beautiful, refreshing, and super delicious summer dish! The lime flavor puts it over the top, and I always love finding new ways to use finger limes in recipes.
- 1 (approximately 1-inch ) slice of a mini, seedless watermelon (about 5-inch diameter)
- 2 finger limes (see notes)
- 2 small strawberries, washed and dried, thinly sliced
- about 1 dozen blueberries washed & dried
- about 1 teaspoon Panela Cotija or Feta cheese, crumbled
- a few sprigs fresh thyme, washed and dried
- freshly ground black pepper
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Cut the watermelon into 6 slices -- like a pie -- and place it on a large plate.
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Cut one of the finger limes in half and gently squeeze both halves evenly over the watermelon slices.
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Then arrange the strawberries and blueberries on top, any way you'd like to.
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Sprinkle with the cheese and garnish with the thyme.
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Cut the remaining finger lime in half and gently squeeze both halves evenly over all of the ingredients.
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Finish with a sprinkling of freshly ground black pepper and serve!
You can get finger limes here or in the specialty produce department of some markets, and its their crunch that elevates this dish -- however, you can also squeeze fresh lime juice over it (about 1 teaspoon over the watermelon, and 1 teaspoon over the other ingredients).
sippitysup says
June 27, 2016 at 2:06 pmArt indeed. This is so gorgeous. GREG
valentina says
June 27, 2016 at 9:07 pmThank you, Greg. xoxo
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious says
June 27, 2016 at 6:22 pmYour aunt speaks the truth!
valentina says
June 27, 2016 at 9:07 pmThank you, Dorothy! xoxo
Priscilla | ShesCookin says
June 27, 2016 at 6:42 pmAbsolutely! You are an artist, Valentina. Plain watermelon slices aren’t going to cut it anymore 😉 Pinning and dding to my 4th of July roundup!
valentina says
June 27, 2016 at 9:08 pmThanks so much, Priscilla! My aunt is the real artist, which is why I loved her telling me I found mine. 🙂 xoxo
Jennifer @ Delicious Everyday says
June 27, 2016 at 9:55 pmI love the idea of watermelon pizza. Finally, a pizza to not feel guilty about!! You are an artist indeed. We all have some touch of an artist in some form 🙂
valentina says
June 28, 2016 at 10:27 amThanks so much, Jennifer. I think we all do too. 🙂
Krysten (@themomnoms) says
June 27, 2016 at 10:47 pmThis is absolutely art.
I love your photography. I’m glad you found your niche, where you belong in the art world.
I remember when I was a chef and making beautiful food wondering how I could capture that forever, then I started really getting into photography. It’s like the photos are my minds eye, my creativity.
I have seen similar recipes to this, but I feel like the blueberries and lime put it over the rest! Seems perfect for summer!
valentina says
June 28, 2016 at 10:28 amThank you so much, Krysten! So appreciate the kind words. 🙂
Brian Jones says
June 28, 2016 at 12:29 amWhat a fabulously summery dish, sounds light refreshing and all they way round lovely!
valentina says
June 28, 2016 at 10:28 amThanks, Brian! Enjoy! 🙂
Lisa @garlicandzest.com says
June 28, 2016 at 5:35 amWell, your photography skills are clear – this is lovely! And a fun representation of a regular ‘za — I’ll bet the kids go nuts for it!
valentina says
June 28, 2016 at 10:29 amIt’s a great idea for a healthier dessert for the kids. Thank you! 🙂
swayam says
June 28, 2016 at 5:38 amlooks amazing!!! I know what you mean.. I come from a family of writers. It always feels amazing when I hear someone loved the post I wrote and comes to my blog to read my stories as much as for the food and pics. Its like a validation that you fit into the family too 😛 PS: I am sooo intrigued by this idea! Fab
valentina says
June 28, 2016 at 10:29 amThank you so much. And I so get that. 🙂
Christina says
June 29, 2016 at 10:49 amSuper beautiful and a great idea!
valentina says
June 29, 2016 at 3:00 pmThank you, Christina!!!
Deb|EastofEdenCooking says
June 30, 2016 at 9:28 amGorgeous photos Valentina! And paired with a fabulous summer recipe too, sublime!
valentina says
July 1, 2016 at 1:15 pmThank you so much, Deb! XO
David says
July 1, 2016 at 5:25 amI don’t think Tucson will ever get finger limes! Oh well…
I want you to show some of your grandmother’s bears! How fun to be in such a creative family!
valentina says
July 1, 2016 at 1:14 pmI wish I had a few finger limes to send you, David. (And a cute bear.) 😉 xoxo
Coco in the Kitchen says
July 1, 2016 at 2:42 pmSuch an easy, beautiful, refreshing idea, Valentina Bella! I’m putting this on the table for the 4th. Thanks! xo
valentina says
July 1, 2016 at 10:19 pmThank you Colette! Hope you have a super fun holiday weekend! 🙂 xo