Description
Peach Watermelon Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the sweetness of fresh peaches and watermelon with aromatic herbs like mint and basil. With a hint of lime and optional feta cheese, this salad is perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, or as a light, healthy snack.
Ingredients
2 cups fresh watermelon, diced
2 cups fresh peaches, diced (about 2 medium-sized peaches)
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
1 lime, juiced
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: Feta cheese, crumbled (for a savory touch)
Instructions
- Dice the watermelon and peaches into bite-sized pieces. Chop fresh herbs, ensuring they are washed and dried.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced watermelon, peaches, finely chopped red onion, mint, and basil.
- Squeeze the juice of one lime over the salad ingredients. Stir gently to combine, ensuring the juice coats all the ingredients.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, balancing the sweetness with a pinch of seasoning.
- If desired, add crumbled feta cheese and toss gently to combine.
- For an extra refreshing experience, chill the salad in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve in bowls or on a platter and enjoy this beautiful, flavorful salad!
Notes
For a spicier version, add fresh jalapeño or chili flakes.
Feel free to substitute cilantro or tarragon for different herbal notes.
For a tropical twist, try adding diced pineapple or mango.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
