Serving 4

• ⅓ cup lime juice
• 2 scallions, white and green parts separated, thinly sliced
• 2 serrano peppers, stemmed, seeded, and thinly sliced crosswise
• ¾ tsp kosher salt
• 6 cups (1½ inch) seedless watermelon cubes
• ¾ cup crumbled cotija cheese, divided
• 5 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, divided
• 5 tbsp toasted pepitas, chopped

Step 1
Whisk together the lime juice, scallion whites, serrano peppers, and salt in a large bowl. Allow rest for 5 minutes.

Step 2
Add in the watermelon, ½ cup of the cotija cheese, ¼ cup cilantro, ¼ cup pepitas, and the scallion greens, Stir to combine.

Step 3
In a small bowl, toss together the remaining cotija cheese, cilantro, and pepitas. Divide the watermelon mixture among serving bowls. Top with the reserved cotija mixture and serve immediately.