Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Watermelon Basil Salad with Feta, a refreshing dish that brings together juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, aromatic basil, and creamy feta cheese. Perfect for summer gatherings or light meals, this salad is not only a visual delight but also bursting with flavor. The sweet and savory combination creates a harmonious balance that will impress your guests. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this salad is ideal for busy weeknights or spontaneous entertaining. Serve it as an appetizer or a side dish alongside grilled meats for a complete 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 sparkling grape juice vinegar
- 2–3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by cutting the watermelon into bite-sized chunks and chopping the cucumber, mint, and basil.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the watermelon, cucumber, mint, and basil.
- Crumble the feta cheese into small pieces and add it to the bowl.
- Drizzle with chicken sparkling grape juice vinegar and extra virgin olive oil. Toss gently to mix.
- Season with kosher salt and black pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg