Peach Watermelon Salad
A bright and refreshing summer salad with ripe peaches, juicy watermelon, feta, fresh mint, and a honey-lime dressing. Quick to assemble and perfect for picnics or light dinners.
Ingredients
Fruit & Herbs
- 3 ripe peaches sliced or diced
- 4 cups seedless watermelon 1-inch cubes
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves torn
- 2 tbsp fresh basil thinly sliced (optional)
Cheese & Crunch
- ¾ cup crumbled feta or goat cheese
- ⅓ cup toasted pepitas or chopped toasted almonds
Dressing
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey or agave
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp lime zest
- Pinch flaky sea salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Slice peaches into wedges or 1-inch cubes and cut watermelon into uniform 1-inch cubes. Chill briefly if needed.
- Combine olive oil, honey, lime juice, and lime zest in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper and taste-adjust as needed.
- In a large bowl, gently toss peaches, watermelon, and mint with about two-thirds of the dressing to avoid crushing the fruit.
- Top with crumbled feta and toasted pepitas. Drizzle remaining dressing to taste and serve immediately for best texture.
Notes
- Add cheese and pepitas just before serving to keep the salad from becoming soggy.
- To make vegan, substitute feta with a vegan cheese or omit entirely and increase toasted seeds.
- Toast nuts or seeds in a dry skillet for more flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 220mgSugar: 22g
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