Description
The Peach Watermelon Salad That Tastes Like Summer is a refreshing and vibrant dish that captures the essence of sunny days and outdoor gatherings. This easy-to-make salad combines juicy watermelon and ripe peaches with creamy feta and aromatic mint, drizzled with a light citrus-honey dressing. Not only does it offer a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, but it’s also packed with hydration and nutrients, making it an ideal side dish for BBQs, picnics, or a light lunch. Serve this delightful salad chilled to enhance its refreshing qualities, and watch as your guests come back for seconds.
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 cubed watermelon and sliced peaches.
- Drizzle the mixture with lime juice and honey (if using), then gently toss to coat.
- Add the torn mint and crumbled feta, tossing again to mix evenly.
- Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt to enhance flavors.
- Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for 10–15 minutes before serving for optimal refreshment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg