Description
This Peach Watermelon Salad is a refreshing and vibrant summer dish combining juicy watermelon, ripe peaches, crisp cucumbers, and tangy crumbled feta cheese. Tossed with a light lime and honey dressing and fresh mint leaves, it’s perfect as a light side or a healthy snack. Easy to prepare and naturally gluten-free and vegetarian, this colorful salad delivers a delightful balance of sweet, savory, and citrus flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit and Vegetables
- 3 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 3 ripe peaches, sliced or cubed
- 1/2 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Toppings
- 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Combine the base ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cubed watermelon, sliced peaches, thinly sliced cucumber, and red onion. Gently toss these ingredients together to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Add the fresh elements: Sprinkle the torn fresh mint leaves over the fruit and vegetable mixture, then crumble the feta cheese on top. Use a gentle tossing motion to combine without breaking up the peach slices or watermelon cubes.
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lime juice, honey, and a pinch of salt and black pepper until the honey is fully incorporated and the dressing is smooth.
- Toss with dressing: Drizzle the dressing over the salad bowl, then toss gently once more to coat all the ingredients evenly with the flavorful dressing.
- Chill and serve: Serve the salad immediately for a fresh taste, or cover and refrigerate for 15–20 minutes to enhance the refreshing chill. Give a final gentle toss before serving.
Notes
- For added protein, include grilled shrimp or chicken to turn this salad into a light meal.
- Swap the feta cheese for goat cheese to vary the flavor, or omit dairy to make the salad vegan-friendly.
- To add a satisfying crunch, sprinkle roasted pistachios or almonds on top just before serving.
