Description
Crisp Mediterranean watermelon salad brings summer’s coolest flavors together with tangy feta, fresh mint, and zesty olive oil. Delightful blend of sweet and savory creates a perfect poolside companion you’ll savor with each refreshing bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits:
- 5 cups (1.2 liters) watermelon, cubed
- 2 cups (473 milliliters) strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup (237 milliliters) cherries, seed removed & sliced
- 1 cup (237 milliliters) raspberries
- 1 cup (237 milliliters) blueberries
Sweeteners and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) agave syrup
- Juice of 1 lime
- Organic sugar (optional)
Garnish:
- Few mint leaves, chopped
- Chia seeds
Instructions
- Slice the watermelon into bite-sized cubes, ensuring uniform pieces for an appealing presentation.
- Gently fold in a medley of fresh berries, including strawberries, cherries, raspberries, and blueberries, creating a vibrant color palette.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the fruit mixture, allowing the citrus to enhance the natural sweetness and add a tangy brightness.
- Drizzle agave syrup delicately across the salad, using a light hand to sweeten without overwhelming the natural fruit flavors.
- Carefully toss the ingredients, ensuring each piece is evenly coated and the fruits remain intact.
- Sprinkle chopped mint leaves throughout the salad, providing a refreshing herbal note that complements the sweet fruits.
- Scatter chia seeds over the top for a nutritional boost and subtle textural contrast.
- Optionally, dust a light layer of organic sugar for an additional touch of sweetness.
- Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to meld and serve chilled for maximum refreshment.
Notes
- Select ripe, sweet watermelon for the best flavor and sweetness in your salad.
- Chop fruits into similar-sized pieces to ensure even distribution and beautiful presentation.
- Use fresh mint leaves for a bright, aromatic touch that complements the sweet fruits.
- Adjust sweetness with agave syrup or organic sugar based on the natural ripeness of your fruits.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg