Description
Dive into the refreshing world of our Watermelon Feta Salad, a vibrant dish that embodies summer’s essence! Ready in just 15 minutes, this salad combines the sweetness of ripe watermelon with the salty creaminess of feta cheese and the burst of blueberries, creating a delightful medley that’s perfect for any outdoor gathering. Topped with fresh mint and basil, this colorful dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also adds a stunning presentation to your table. Ideal as a side for barbecues or as a light lunch on its own, this nutrient-rich salad is sure to impress your guests and keep you cool during those warm days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 7 to 8 cups seedless watermelon (cut into ¾ inch cubes)
- 1 ½ cups fresh blueberries (plus more to taste)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (plus more to taste)
- Fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced
- Fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
- Juice of 1 ½ limes
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 to 2 tablespoons honey (to taste)
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a mason jar, mix together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, and salt. Shake vigorously until well combined.
- In a large serving bowl, blend the watermelon cubes, blueberries, sliced mint and basil leaves, and ¾ cup of crumbled feta cheese. Drizzle with honey-lime dressing and toss gently.
- Top with the remaining feta cheese and garnish with extra mint and basil if desired. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 184
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 288mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 22mg