Fresh Peach Watermelon Salad with Mint & Lime
Enjoy a refreshing Peach Watermelon Salad! This easy recipe combines juicy watermelon, sweet peaches, fresh mint, and a bright lime-salt dressing. Perfect summer side dish!
Ingredients
(Original recipe yields 8 servings)
Main Salad:
- ▢ 3 cups watermelon, cubed (seedless preferred)
- ▢ 2 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
- ▢ 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- ▢ 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- ▢ 1/4 teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)
Optional Add-ins:
- ▢ 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- ▢ 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- ▢ 1/2 cucumber, sliced
Instructions
1. Prepare the Fruit:
- Wash, peel (if desired for peaches, though skin is fine), and cut your fruit. Cube the watermelon into bite-sized pieces. Pit and slice the ripe peaches.
- Place the cubed watermelon and sliced peaches into a large serving bowl.
2. Add Mint:
- Finely chop the fresh mint leaves.
- Add the chopped mint to the bowl with the watermelon and peaches. Gently toss to mix the fruit and mint.
3. Dress the Salad:
- Drizzle the fresh lime juice evenly over the fruit salad.
- Sprinkle with the sea salt.
4. Add Optional Ingredients (if using):
- If you’re including them, add the crumbled feta cheese, thinly sliced red onion, and/or sliced cucumber to the bowl now.
5. Toss and Chill (Briefly):
- Gently toss everything together to combine all the ingredients and distribute the lime juice and salt. Be careful not to mash the fruit.
- Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for about 10–15 minutes before serving. This brief chilling allows the flavors to meld slightly and ensures the salad is refreshingly cool.
6. Serve:
- Give the salad one last gentle stir before serving.
- Serve chilled and enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors!