Description
Refreshing and Juicy Watermelon Peach Salad for Hot Summer Days is a delightful medley of fresh fruits that perfectly embodies the essence of summer. This vibrant salad combines the sweetness of ripe peaches and juicy watermelon, enhanced by aromatic basil and a zesty lime dressing. It’s not only quick to prepare in just 10 minutes but also low in calories, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious eaters. Whether you are hosting a barbecue, enjoying a picnic, or looking for a light meal, this salad is sure to impress with its stunning presentation and refreshing flavors!
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
- Start by cubing the watermelon into bite-sized pieces and slicing the peaches into thin wedges. Place them together in a large mixing bowl.
- Crumble the feta cheese over the fruit and add the torn basil leaves for added flavor.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lime juice, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Drizzle the dressing over the fruit mixture and gently toss everything to combine without bruising the fruits.
- For enhanced flavors, refrigerate for 10–15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg