Description
This Peach Watermelon Salad is a refreshing and vibrant combination of juicy watermelon and sweet peaches, enhanced with aromatic fresh herbs, zesty lime juice, and an optional savory touch of feta cheese. Perfect for a light, healthy snack or a side dish on warm days, this easy-to-make salad balances sweetness and tang with crisp, fresh flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 2 cups fresh watermelon, diced
- 2 cups fresh peaches, diced (about 2 medium-sized peaches)
Herbs and Vegetables
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
Other
- 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, making sure they are washed and dried properly for best flavor.
- Combine ingredients in a bowl. In a large mixing bowl, add the diced watermelon, peaches, finely chopped red onion, chopped mint, and chopped basil together.
- Add lime juice. Squeeze the juice of one lime over the salad ingredients. Stir gently to combine so that all the fruits and herbs are well coated with the fresh lime juice.
- Season the salad. Add salt and pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning to balance the sweetness of the fruits with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Add optional feta cheese. If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top and gently toss the salad to incorporate the savory flavor.
- Chill before serving. For an extra refreshing experience, place the salad in the refrigerator and chill for about 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve and enjoy. Serve the salad in bowls or on a platter and enjoy the cool, sweet, and herbaceous flavors of this peach watermelon salad.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm peaches to avoid mushy texture.
- For extra zing, add a dash of chili flakes if you like a little heat.
- Can be made a few hours ahead and refrigerated to enhance flavor blending.
- Feta cheese is optional; omit for a vegan or dairy-free version.
- Serve immediately after chilling to preserve freshness and texture.
