Description
The Peach Watermelon Salad That Tastes Like Summer is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly captures the essence of warm weather. Combining juicy watermelon and sweet peaches, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delightful blend of flavors. Enhanced with tangy feta cheese, fragrant mint, and a light citrus-honey dressing, it’s an ideal side dish for BBQs, picnics, or light lunches. Quick to prepare in under 10 minutes, this salad is your go-to recipe for impressing guests or enjoying a healthy meal on a hot day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 2 ripe peaches, sliced or cubed
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, torn
- Juice of ½ lime
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the watermelon and peach cubes.
- Drizzle with lime juice and honey (if using), then gently toss to coat.
- Add the torn mint and crumbled feta. Gently mix again to combine all ingredients.
- Sprinkle with sea salt to enhance sweetness.
- Serve immediately or chill for 10–15 minutes before serving for extra refreshment.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Choose perfectly ripe fruits for the best flavor. Add nuts like almonds for extra crunch. Experiment with different herbs such as basil for unique twists.