Description
This Peach Watermelon Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish perfect for warm weather. Combining juicy watermelon and sweet peaches with fresh herbs, lime juice, and an optional touch of feta cheese, it delivers a delightful balance of sweetness, tang, and savory notes. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an easy, healthy, and colorful salad ideal as a side or light snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 2 cups fresh watermelon, diced
- 2 cups fresh peaches, diced (about 2 medium-sized peaches)
Vegetables & Herbs
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
Others
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Feta cheese, crumbled (for a savory touch)
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruits and Herbs: Dice the watermelon and peaches into bite-sized pieces. Chop fresh mint and basil leaves after washing and drying them thoroughly to preserve their flavor and texture.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the diced watermelon, peaches, finely chopped red onion, mint, and basil. Gently toss them together to mix evenly.
- Add Lime Juice: Squeeze the juice of one lime over the salad ingredients. Stir gently ensuring the juice coats all the components, adding freshness and brightness to the salad.
- Season: Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste. The seasoning should balance the natural sweetness of the fruits and bring out the salad’s flavors.
- Add Feta (Optional): If you prefer a savory twist, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the salad and toss gently to combine without mashing the fruits.
- Chill: For an optimal refreshing experience, cover and chill the salad in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes before serving, allowing flavors to meld.
- Serve: Serve the salad chilled in bowls or on a platter as a bright, flavorful side dish or light snack.
Notes
- Use ripe peaches for maximum sweetness and flavor.
- Feel free to substitute basil with cilantro or omit herbs if preferred.
- Feta cheese is optional but adds a nice salty contrast.
- Chilling the salad before serving enhances the taste but can be served immediately if short on time.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your liking.
