Watermelon Peach Salad
Delight in the refreshing Watermelon Peach Salad featuring juicy fruits, feta, and mint for a perfect summer dish.
Equipment
- Vegetable Knife
- Wooden Cutting Board
- melon baller
Ingredients
Fruits and Vegetables
- 1 small seedless watermelon, cut into 1 inch cubes or melon balls
- 1 medium shallot, finely chopped
- 4 tablespoons fresh mint, torn plus extra for garnish
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- 1 sheet fresh feta cheese, cut into ½ cubes (about ½ cup once cubed)
- 2 medium yellow peaches, sliced
- 3 medium Persian cucumbers, sliced into ½ inch thick rounds
Vinaigrette
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 medium shallot, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Combine the watermelon, shallots, and mint in a large bowl with the olive oil. Season the mixture with salt and pepper and toss to combine. Transfer to a fridge and let marinate for at least 1 hour, up to 3 hours.
- Remove from the fridge and add the sliced peaches, cubed feta, cucumbers and toss to combine. Transfer to a serving platter, drizzle with the vinaigrette and season with salt, pepper and extra mint.
- In a small bowl whisk together the vinaigrette ingredients and drizzle over the salad. Season to taste, adjusting as needed.
Notes
Marinating the watermelon enhances its flavor significantly. Adding vinaigrette on watermelon creates a harmonious blend of flavors.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 387kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 0.1mgSodium: 20mgPotassium: 1002mgFiber: 5gSugar: 52gVitamin A: 4608IUVitamin C: 66mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg
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