Description
This refreshing watermelon summer salad is a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors. The juicy watermelon, crisp cucumbers, and tangy feta cheese are complemented by a zesty lime dressing, making it a must-have dish for your next summer gathering.
Ingredients
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Dressing:
- 1/2 lime, juice and zest
- 3–4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Salad:
- 1 teaspoon jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1 mini watermelon, cubed
- 3 Persian cucumbers, cut into half-moons
- 3/4 cup crumbled feta
Instructions
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, and sea salt until well combined.
- Assemble Salad: In a large serving bowl, combine jalapeño, basil, mint, watermelon, cucumbers, and feta. Toss gently to mix.
- Add Dressing: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss again to coat everything evenly.
- Serve: Garnish with additional herbs if desired and serve chilled.
Notes
- You can adjust the spiciness by adding more or less jalapeño to suit your taste preferences.
- Feel free to add other fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg