Fresh Watermelon Salad
This Watermelon Salad is so easy to make and perfect for a BBQ or potluck. I've paired with feta, fresh herbs, and a delicious fig dressing.
Servings 4 -6 as a side salad
Calories 257kcal
Ingredients
- 6 cups cubed watermelon
- 1 cup cubed feta cheese
- 8-10 fresh mint leaves
- 8-10 fresh basil leaves
- ½ cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/3 cup chopped pistachios
For the dressing
- 1 tbsp fig jam
- 3 tbsp white balsamic vinegar
- 2 tsp white wine vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground pepper
- ¼ tsp chili flakes
- 1 large or 2 small garlic cloves pressed
Instructions
- Cut the watermellon.
- Add the cubed watermelon to a large platter or serving bowl along with the thinly sliced onion and chopped pistachios.
- Make the dressing by whisking together all of the dressing ingredients. Drizzle ¾ of the dressing over the watermelon, onion and pistachios and gently toss.
- Top with the feta cubes, fresh mint leaves and fresh basil leaves.
- Drizzle the remaining dressing over top of the salad and serve immediately.
Notes
- This salad is best enjoyed as soon as it's made!
- This is a showstopper salad that pairs beautifully with anything from the grill like our Chicken Souvlaki
Nutrition
Calories: 257kcal | Carbohydrates: 20.7g | Protein: 6.2g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9.5g | Cholesterol: 22.3mg | Sodium: 622.6mg | Fiber: 1.7g | Sugar: 15.3g
