Peach Watermelon Salad (Printer-friendly)

Juicy peaches and watermelon tossed with mint and light citrus dressing for a refreshing summer dish ready in 15 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruits

01 - 2 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
02 - 2 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced

→ Herbs & Add-ins

03 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
04 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

→ Dressing

05 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
07 - 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
08 - Pinch of sea salt
09 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How to Prepare:

01 - In a large bowl, gently combine the watermelon cubes and peach slices.
02 - Add the torn mint leaves. If using, sprinkle the crumbled feta over the fruit.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey (or agave), salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
04 - Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring the fruit is coated without bruising.
05 - Serve immediately, or chill for 20 minutes to enhance flavors.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No cooking required, which means no added heat in your kitchen
  • The honey and lime balance perfectly with ripe fruit sweetness
  • Comes together in under 15 minutes with almost zero cleanup
02 -
  • Watermelon releases a lot of liquid once dressed so serve within an hour of tossing
  • The peaches will oxidize slightly but the lime juice helps slow that down
  • Feta adds protein but the salad stands perfectly without it for a lighter version
03 -
  • Chill your serving bowl for 20 minutes before adding the salad
  • Let the dressed fruit sit for 5 minutes before serving to meld flavors

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