Selena Gomez approves watermelon sandwiches; Here's how to make the viral Instagram, TikTok food trend

With celebs like Benny Blanco and his girlfriend giving a thumbs to watermelon caprese sandwiches, here is how to make it at home

Food cravings can be very weird, ask the nearest pregnant woman. And when the craving strikes, sometimes you just have to give in. Sandwiches have been having their moment in the sun on social media. This duality of reasons has led to a new trend - watermelon sandwiches.

Watermelon sandwiches are trending (unsplash)

Food influencer Linda (@linder_surprise) might have shared her “newest summer obsession” sometime in May this year, however, it has caught on as several other content creators are also jumping on this trend. They are either recreating her recipe or sharing their own versions of this fruity delight.

A cross-section of the viral watermelon sandwich

An unexpected twist to this trend came when songwriter and music producer Benny Blanco also hopped on the bandwagon. He created a watermelon sandwich with pickles, cheese, fresh basil leaves and balsamic vinegar drizzled on it. Fueling this craze was the surprise appearance of his girlfriend, singer-actor Selena Gomez. With apprehension clearly written all over her face, she gave his whacky experiment a try. “I don’t think I will like this, but I love watermelons,” said Gomez, while Blanco urged her to eat it.

Here is how to make the watermelon sandwich at home

To one watermelon slice, add torn pieces of mozzarella or feta cheese. Drizzle over balsamic vinegar and throw on some torn and lightly slapped basil leaves. Bruising the leaves will bring out more flavour. Place the other watermelon slice, slice into half diagonally or vertically and bite into it.

Want more options to add to your sandwich? Try layering in grapes, strawberries, cucumbers, along with lettuce, spinach or micro greens. Give it a spicy twist with chilli-infused honey (aka hot honey).