Description
Refreshing and Juicy Watermelon Peach Salad is the ultimate summer dish that captures the essence of warm days. This vibrant salad combines sweet watermelon and juicy peaches, complemented by creamy feta cheese and fragrant basil. With its refreshing flavors and bright colors, this salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or simply as a light lunch on a hot day. In just 10 minutes, you can prepare this healthy delight that not only pleases the palate but also adds a burst of color to your table. Enjoy it chilled for the best experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cubed seedless watermelon
- 3 ripe peaches, sliced thin
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Cube watermelon and slice peaches into thin wedges. Place in a large mixing bowl.
- Add Cheese and Basil: Crumble feta over the fruit and add torn basil leaves.
- Make Dressing: Whisk olive oil and lime juice in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble Salad: Pour dressing over fruit mixture and gently toss to combine without breaking up the watermelon.
- Chill: Refrigerate for 10–15 minutes before serving to meld flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking involved
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg