Watermelon and Feta Salad with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette
Watermelon and Feta Salad with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette is a delightful fusion of sweetness and creaminess, perfect for warm weather gatherings or as a refreshing side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups watermelon (cubed)
- 2 ounces feta cheese (cubed)
- ¼ cup fresh mint (chopped)
- 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1-2 teaspoons sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine watermelon cubes, feta cheese, and chopped mint. Gently toss to mix.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds on top for added texture and finish with freshly ground pepper.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg