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Watermelon Basil Salad

This easy Watermelon Basil Salad tosses cubed watermelon, basil, mint, feta, and red onion in a sweet and floral champagne honey vinaigrette. It’s a refreshing side dish that’s best enjoyed under the summer sun!
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Keyword: watermelon basil salad
Servings: 4
Author: Erin Alvarez

Ingredients

For the dressing:

  • 2 tbsp champagne vinegar
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp salt

For the salad:

  • 6 cups watermelon diced into cubes
  • 1/2 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta
  • 1/4 cup basil sliced
  • 2 tbsp fresh mint sliced
  • black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Whisk the vinegar, honey, olive oil, and salt together in a glass measuring cup or small bowl; set aside.
  • Add the diced watermelon to a large bowl, then add the onion, feta, basil, and mint.
  • Pour the dressing overtop then gently toss to combine. Enjoy!
  • NOTE: If you’re making this ahead of time, wait to add the dressing until serving (otherwise, the salad will become too soggy over time).

Notes

*Calories are per serving and are an estimation. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 192kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 364mg | Potassium: 323mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 1562IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 123mg | Iron: 1mg
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