Description
A refreshing Watermelon Strawberry Salad featuring juicy watermelon and sweet strawberries combined with crumbled feta and a vibrant honey lime dressing, garnished with fresh mint and chia seeds for a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Ideal as a light summer side dish or snack, ready in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 3 cups strawberries (chilled, tops cut off)
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint (chiffonade or chopped fine)
- 3 cups watermelon (chilled, seedless if possible, cubed)
- ½ teaspoon chia seeds
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole fresh lime (juiced)
- 1½ teaspoons honey (or substitute with liquid maple syrup)
- Crushed sea salt flakes to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a mason jar or small bowl, combine the olive oil, fresh lime juice, honey, crushed sea salt flakes, and black pepper. Shake or whisk well to create a smooth, emulsified dressing. Set aside to let flavors meld.
- Prepare Strawberries: Trim the tops off the chilled strawberries and cut each into 3 or 4 slices, depending on size, to ensure even distribution in the salad.
- Prep Watermelon: Cut the chilled, seedless watermelon into 1 to 1½ inch cubes, making sure they are bite-sized for easy eating.
- Assemble the Salad: Arrange the watermelon cubes and sliced strawberries on a serving platter. Gently fold in the chopped fresh mint, crumbled feta cheese, and sprinkle the chia seeds evenly over the top.
- Add Dressing and Finish: Drizzle the prepared honey lime dressing over the salad, then garnish with additional fresh lime juice if desired. Season lightly with extra crushed sea salt flakes and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors and textures.
Notes
- Use chilled fruit for a more refreshing salad experience.
- Seedless watermelon makes preparation easier and eating more enjoyable.
- Adjust the honey quantity based on preferred sweetness and substitute with maple syrup for a vegan option.
- Crushed sea salt flakes add a nice crunch and flavor contrast, so use sparingly.
- This salad is best served fresh and should be eaten soon after assembling to maintain texture and freshness.
