Summer Peach Watermelon Salad (Printable)

Juicy peaches and watermelon meet fresh mint in a zesty lime dressing. Ready in 15 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fresh Fruits

01 - 2 cups watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 3 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced into wedges
03 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and quartered (optional)

→ Herbs & Garnishes

04 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn by hand
05 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional; omit for vegan version)

→ Lime Dressing

06 - Juice of 1 medium lime (approximately 2 tablespoons)
07 - 1 tablespoon honey or pure maple syrup
08 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

# How To Make It:

01 - Place watermelon cubes, peach slices, and strawberries (if using) in a large mixing bowl. Handle gently to avoid bruising the delicate fruits.
02 - Scatter torn mint leaves over the fruit mixture. Toss gently with a silicone spatula or clean hands to distribute herbs evenly without crushing the fruit.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey or maple syrup, olive oil, and sea salt. Whisk vigorously for 30 seconds until emulsified and slightly thickened.
04 - Drizzle the lime dressing evenly over the fruit salad. Fold gently from the bottom to coat all ingredients while maintaining the integrity of the fruit pieces.
05 - Transfer to a decorative serving platter or shallow bowl. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top if desired. Garnish with additional fresh mint leaves for presentation.
06 - This salad is best served chilled within 15 minutes of dressing to prevent the fruit from releasing excess liquid. Serve as a light side dish or refreshing dessert.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • No cooking required, just refreshing assembly when the kitchen feels too hot to turn on the oven
  • The lime cuts through the natural sweetness making every bite crave-worthy
02 -
  • This salad tastes best within an hour of dressing, as the fruit starts to break down and release too much juice over time
  • Cold fruit dulls the flavors, so let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving
03 -
  • Chill your serving bowl for 30 minutes before assembling to keep the fruit extra refreshing
  • Use a vegetable peeler to remove peach fuzz if the skin feels too fuzzy

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