Watermelon Peach Salad – A Refreshing Gourmet Salad
Indulge in the summer’s vibrant flavors with this Watermelon Peach Salad – A Refreshing Gourmet Salad. This delightful dish combines juicy watermelon and ripe peaches, creating a refreshing medley that is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or elegant dinners. Enhanced by creamy feta cheese and fragrant herbs, the salad strikes a perfect balance between sweet and savory. Its stunning presentation will impress guests while being incredibly easy to prepare in just 15 minutes. Whether served as a light appetizer or paired with grilled proteins, this salad is versatile enough to elevate any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cubed seedless watermelon
- 2 ripe peaches, sliced or cubed
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil or mint leaves, torn
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze or white balsamic vinegar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the fruit: Cube the watermelon and slice or cube the peaches.
- Assemble the salad: Arrange watermelon and peach pieces on a large shallow serving platter.
- Add feta and herbs: Sprinkle crumbled feta over the fruit mixture; scatter torn basil or mint on top.
- Dress and season: Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze (or vinegar), then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Serve fresh: Enjoy immediately for the best flavor or chill in the refrigerator for up to 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg