Description
This Peach Watermelon Salad That Tastes Like Summer is the ultimate refreshing dish to savor during warm days. Packed with juicy watermelon and sweet peaches, this salad is elevated with tangy feta cheese and fragrant mint leaves, creating a delightful medley of flavors. Perfect for BBQs, picnics, or light lunches, it’s not only visually stunning but also versatile enough to complement any meal.
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 or maple syrup (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the watermelon and peach cubes.
- Drizzle lime juice and honey (if using) over the fruits; gently toss to coat.
- Add the torn mint and crumbled feta; toss again until well mixed.
- Season with a pinch of sea salt to enhance flavor.
- Serve immediately or chill for 10–15 minutes before serving for extra refreshment.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking needed
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use ripe but firm fruits for the best texture. Experiment with herbs like basil or cilantro for added flavor. This salad can be prepared in advance; just add feta right before serving.