Description

This vibrant Watermelon Salad is a delightful medley of refreshing flavors and satisfying textures, making it an ideal choice for hot summer days. Perfect for BBQs, picnics, or as a light meal at home, this salad features juicy watermelon combined with crisp cucumber, tangy red onion, and sweet cherry tomatoes. Topped with creamy feta cheese and dressed in a zesty lime vinaigrette, it’s not only a feast for the palate but also a feast for the eyes with its bright colors.

Ingredients

Scale

6 cups cubed watermelon
½ English cucumber
½ cup thinly sliced red onion
1 ½ cups cherry or grape tomatoes
4 cups baby arugula
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
Zest and juice of 2 limes
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons honey
Kosher salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare the dressing by whisking together lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
In a large mixing bowl, combine cubed watermelon, cucumber slices, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and baby arugula.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Top with crumbled feta cheese and toss lightly before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: N/A
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 140
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs like mint or basil. To make it vegan-friendly, simply omit the feta cheese or use a plant-based substitute. Chill the salad for about 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.