Watermelon Cucumber Mint Salad
Watermelon Cucumber Mint Salad is the perfect refreshing side dish for hot summer days. Juicy sweet watermelon combines with cool cucumber and crunchy walnuts, sprinkled liberally with the fresh flavors of basil and mint, then tossed with feta and raspberry vinaigrette.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 143kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups watermelon, cubed
- 1 large cucumber, cubed
- 10 fresh basil, chopped
- 12 leaves fresh mint, chopped
- ¼ cup walnuts, chopped
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled (or more to your liking)
- ¼ cup Raspberry vinaigrette (or white balsamic vinaigrette with a mix of 2 Tablespoons light olive oil and 2 Tablespoons white balsamic vinegar)
Instructions
- Toss all ingredients together except dressing. For more flavor, chill for at least 30 minutes but that is totally optional. When ready to serve, toss with vinaigrette.
Notes
HOW TO STORE
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To keep it crisp, avoid adding the dressing until just before serving and drain any excess liquid before storing.
Nutrition
Calories: 143kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 346mg | Potassium: 228mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 623IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 1mg
