For me, celebrating Independence Day is almost as exciting as Christmas! I love the fireworks, the stirring reminder of patriotism, and the feeling of unity as citizens of a nation I am proud to be part of. I don't know about the rest of you, but the smell of fireworks and summer just isn't complete without watermelon.

I'm a purist when it comes to watermelon. Big slices of cold deep pink goodness sitting on a piece of newspaper to catch the seeds and juice dripping off your chin - it's bliss. But sometimes it's fun to take this fruit and dress it up, blend it up, and otherwise use it to make everything it touches taste sweet and fresh. 
I guess what I'm trying to say is...it's summer - let the watermelon madness begin! 
Here I've collected 10 unique, gluten free, and delicious ways to enjoy everyone's favorite melon!....I'm going to need more watermelon.

 Watermelon Lemonade

By Food L'amor

Red, White, and Blue Watermelon Cake

By Brittany at Real Sustenance 

Tangy Watermelon Salad

By Taste of Home

Watermelon Ice

Shared by Deborah at Taste and Tell Blog

Watermelon Fire & Ice Salsa

By Ali at Gimme Some Oven

Watermelon-Pineapple Sorbet

Food L'amor By Melissa

Grilled Watermelon with Balsamic Dressing

By Lucy at Craftberry Bush

 Simplest Red Fruit Salad

By Meet The Shannons

Watermelon Bruschetta with Marinated Basil Cucumbers & Feta

By Food L'amor

Cilantro-Lime Grilled Watermelon

By Rachel at The Stay At Home Chef

Enjoy!