Just in time for 4th of July celebrations, this refreshing and colorful watermelon salad will most definitely be a crowd pleaser this summer! It features fresh basil and mint, the best summer fruit, crunchy veggies, crumbled feta, and the citrusy tang of lime juice (and jalapeno if you dare 🙂

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Watermelon Salad with Fresh Herbs and Feta

Course Appetizer, Dessert, Salad
Prep Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

Dressing

  • 1/2 Lime, juice and zest
  • 3-4 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp Sea salt

Salad

  • 3/4 cup Fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh mint, chopped
  • 1 mini Watermelon, cubed
  • 3 Persian cucumbers, cut into half-moons
  • 1/2 Medium red onion, sliced
  • 1 cup Strawberries, sliced
  • 3/4 cup Crumbled feta (or goat cheese)
  • 1 tsp Jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Whisk together the dressing ingredients in a large bowl.

  2. In the same bowl, add the fresh herbs, jalapeño (if using), and mix well.

  3. Add remaining ingredients and toss together.

This salad lasts fresh for about a day in the refrigerator. Be sure to store in an airtight container.

Enjoy!