Description
Watermelon Basil Salad with Feta is the ultimate summer dish that combines juicy, sweet watermelon with fresh herbs and creamy feta cheese. This vibrant salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also bursts with flavor, making it perfect for warm-weather gatherings, picnics, or a light lunch. The refreshing combination of ingredients offers a delightful contrast of tastes and textures that will impress your family and friends. With its quick preparation time and healthy components, this salad is an effortless addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 cups fresh watermelon (cut into bite-size chunks)
- 2 cups cucumber (roughly chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh mint (roughly chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (roughly chopped)
- 4–6 ounces feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons chicken champagne vinegar
- 2–3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Chop the watermelon into bite-sized pieces and roughly chop the cucumber, mint, and basil.
- In a large salad bowl, combine watermelon, cucumber, mint, and basil gently.
- Crumble feta cheese over the salad mixture and toss everything together.
- Drizzle with chicken champagne vinegar and olive oil; mix thoroughly.
- Season to taste with kosher salt and black pepper; stir once more before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors. Customize by adding avocado or red onion for extra texture.