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Watermelon Peach Salad

Watermelon Peach Salad

Delight in the refreshing Watermelon Peach Salad featuring juicy fruits, feta, and mint for a perfect summer dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 6 people
Calories 387 kcal

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
Keyword feta salad, Fresh Salad, healthy salad, light dish, summer salad, Watermelon Peach Salad
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