Name: Watermelon Basil Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 5 – 6 cups cubed watermelon (1-inch cubes); 1 ½ cups English cucumber (peeled and cut into quarter moons); 1 cup fresh blueberries; ¼ cup fresh basil leaves (chopped); ⅓ – ½ cup crumbled feta cheese; 1 – 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 – 2 limes); 1 tablespoon honey (for optional sweetness); ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper

Ingredients

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5 – 6 cups cubed watermelon (1-inch cubes)
1 ½ cups English cucumber (peeled and cut into quarter moons)
1 cup fresh blueberries
¼ cup fresh basil leaves (chopped)
⅓ – ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
1 – 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 – 2 limes)
1 tablespoon honey (for optional sweetness)
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

Combine cubed watermelon, cucumber, blueberries, basil, and feta in a salad bowl.
Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve chilled, garnished with remaining feta.

Notes

Choose a ripe watermelon for maximum sweetness.
Chill the salad for about 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Consider adding nuts like pistachios or almonds for extra crunch.

Author: mary
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Calories: 150
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 15mg