Watermelon Basil Salad
Discover the ultimate summer delight with our Watermelon Basil Salad! This refreshing salad combines juicy watermelon, fragrant basil, and a hint of tangy dressing, making it an ideal addition to your BBQs, picnics, or casual dinners. Bursting with vibrant colors and flavors, this dish is not only quick to prepare in under 15 minutes but also packed with nutrients. Customize it to fit your taste preferences for a unique twist every time. Enjoy it as a light meal or serve it alongside grilled chicken or fish for a complete dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 cups watermelon, cubed
- 2 cups arugula
- 1 heaping cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2/3 cup feta cheese (or plant-based alternative)
- 1/2 large red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 Tbsp. red apple vinegar
- 2 Tbsp. lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1–2 Tbsp. honey
- 1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine watermelon cubes, arugula, chopped basil, feta cheese (or alternative), sliced red onion, and pine nuts. Toss gently.
- In a mason jar or small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red apple vinegar, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately or refrigerate for an hour for enhanced flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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