Summer Peach Watermelon Salad (Printable)
Juicy peaches and watermelon with fresh mint and tangy lime dressing for a refreshing summer dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fresh Fruits
01 - 2 cups watermelon, cubed into 1-inch pieces
02 - 3 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced into wedges
03 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and quartered
→ Herbs and Garnishes
04 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, gently torn
05 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
→ Citrus Dressing
06 - Juice from 1 fresh lime
07 - 1 tablespoon honey or pure maple syrup
08 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 1 pinch sea salt
# How-To Steps:
01 - Combine watermelon cubes, peach wedges, and strawberries in a large mixing bowl. Handle gently to avoid bruising the delicate fruits.
02 - Scatter torn mint leaves over the fruit mixture. Using clean hands or a large spoon, toss lightly to distribute the mint evenly throughout the salad.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lime juice, honey, olive oil, and sea salt. Continue whisking until the mixture emulsifies into a smooth dressing.
04 - Drizzle the prepared dressing over the fruit. Gently fold the ingredients together, ensuring each piece is lightly coated without crushing the fruit.
05 - Transfer the salad to a serving platter or shallow bowl. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese across the top. Serve immediately while fresh, optionally garnished with additional mint leaves.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The salty sweet combination hits every craving at once without any cooking required
- It's the kind of dish that makes people ask for the recipe before they've even finished their first bite
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- This salad needs to be eaten within an hour of dressing or the fruit starts releasing too much liquid
- Room temperature fruit has more flavor than cold fruit straight from the refrigerator
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- Use a serrated knife to cut the watermelon, it glides through without crushing the delicate flesh
- Chill your serving bowl for 20 minutes before assembling to keep everything refreshingly cold