Refreshing and Juicy Watermelon Peach Salad for Hot Summer Days
Refreshing and Juicy Watermelon Peach Salad for Hot Summer Days is the ultimate dish to cool down during those warm summer months. This vibrant salad combines sweet, succulent watermelon and juicy peaches with aromatic fresh herbs, creating a delightful flavor explosion. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or simply enjoying on a sunny afternoon, it’s not only visually stunning but also a healthy addition to your summer menu. With its easy preparation and versatility as a side dish or light meal, this salad is guaranteed to impress your guests while keeping you refreshed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cubed seedless watermelon
- 3 ripe peaches, thinly sliced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese (or omit for vegan)
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cubed watermelon and sliced peaches.
- Crumble the feta cheese over the fruit mixture and add torn basil leaves.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 10-15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 96
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 136mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg