Peach Watermelon Salad (Printable Version)
Juicy peaches and watermelon tossed with fresh mint in a light citrus lime dressing
# What You'll Need:
→ Fresh Fruits
01 - 2 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 2 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced into wedges
→ Herbs & Garnishes
03 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn by hand
04 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
→ Citrus Dressing
05 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
07 - 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
08 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
09 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste
# Directions:
01 - Place watermelon cubes and peach wedges in a large serving bowl. Handle gently to avoid bruising the delicate fruit.
02 - Scatter torn mint leaves over the fruit. If incorporating feta, sprinkle the crumbled cheese evenly across the top at this stage.
03 - Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey or agave, sea salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until fully emulsified.
04 - Drizzle the citrus dressing over the fruit mixture. Using a gentle folding motion, toss until evenly coated while taking care not to mash the fruit.
05 - Plate immediately for optimal texture, or refrigerate for 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- No cooking required, just refreshing bliss when you need it most
- The sweet and salty combination surprises everyone who tries it
02 -
- This salad tastes best within an hour of making it, as the fruit starts to release water and lose its texture.
- Mixing the dressing separately lets you adjust the acid and sweetness before committing it to the salad.
03 -
- Chill your serving bowl for 30 minutes before assembling to keep everything refreshing longer.
- If your peaches are underripe, let them sit at room temperature for a day before making this salad.