5 2 Published Jun 11, 2024, Updated Jul 25, 2024 This salad goes a step further — I’m using feta for the salty component, adding a little red onion, fresh basil and a balsamic reduction to sweeten things up just a tad. All the flavors work really well together. Whether you’re new to the kitchen or a pro, I feel confident saying you can impress with this salad.
Ingredients Needed
Sometimes the best recipes are the most simple ones. While this recipe doesn’t have a lot of frills and crazy ingredients, I think that’s what makes it so good! Here’s what you need:
watermelon – the star of this recipe here! Plus, watermelon is super hydrating and high in vitamin C, vitamin A and many healthy plant compounds. (Source) feta – we’re using crumbled feta as our salty component in the recipe. red onion – I prefer to use red onion, but if you’re not a fan you can use yellow. basil – the fresh basil helps to tie all the flavors together, but you could also use mint. red wine vinegar & olive oil – helps the flavors pop in this salad. black pepper – for a little seasoning. balsamic reduction – we’re using a lightened up balsamic reduction made from balsamic vinegar and coconut sugar, which helps to sweeten things up just a tad.
How to Make Watermelon Salad
How to Store Watermelon Salad
This watermelon salad is best served fresh, but it will keep for a few days if you make it in advance. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. Basil – If you’re not a fan of basil, mint would be a lovely substitution. Balsamic reduction – If you don’t have time to prep the balsamic reduction, most grocery stores sell a bottled balsamic glaze or you can simply skip it. The salad will still taste delicious without the reduction. Cutting the balsamic reduction will also reduce the sugar content of the dish! I would categorize this salad recipe as more of a side because it doesn’t contain healthy fat, protein or fibrous veggies, but there are easy upgrades you can make to enjoy this as a meal-sized salad! Here are some serving suggestions:
Simply serve it over a bed of greens (fibrous veggies: check!) Serve it with grilled shrimp or grilled chicken (protein: check!) Add sliced avocado (healthy fat: check!)
I can already see myself relying on this salad through the hot months of summer.
More Fruity Salads to Try
Fuji Apple Salad Easy Fruit Salad Grapefruit Avocado Salad Fruit Salad with Mint
More Feta Recipes to Try
Asparagus Salad with Lemon and Feta Egg, Spinach and Feta Breakfast Wrap Spaghetti Squash Baked Feta Pasta Kale and Feta Crustless Quiche
