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A vibrant Peach Watermelon Salad with crumbled feta cheese, fresh mint leaves, and a drizzle of dressing on a white plate.
Layla

Peach Watermelon Salad

This vibrant summer salad brings together the sweet, juicy goodness of ripe peaches and refreshing watermelon, balanced with tangy feta, crisp red onion, and fresh mint, all tossed in a bright lime-honey dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Summer
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 5 cup seedless watermelon cubed into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 medium ripe peaches pitted and cut into 1-inch wedges or cubes
  • 4 oz feta cheese crumbled
  • 0.25 cup red onion very thinly sliced or finely diced
  • 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves roughly chopped
For the Dressing
  • 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Prepare the Fruit
  1. First things first, let's get that gorgeous fruit ready. Cut your seedless watermelon into neat 1-inch cubes and your ripe peaches into similar-sized wedges or cubes, making sure to remove the pit. Gently place both fruits into your largest mixing bowl.
Add Savory Elements and Herbs
  1. Now for the delicious contrasts! Thinly slice the red onion – if you prefer a milder flavor, you can even dice it very finely. Crumble your feta cheese. Roughly chop the fresh mint leaves; feel free to set a tiny bit aside for a final garnish if you're feeling fancy. Add the onion, feta, and most of the mint to the bowl with the fruit.
Whisk the Dressing
  1. Time to bring the flavors together with a bright dressing! In a small separate bowl, whisk together the freshly squeezed lime juice, extra virgin olive oil, honey, salt, and a pinch of black pepper until everything is beautifully combined and emulsified.
Assemble and Chill
  1. Pour that vibrant dressing evenly over the fruit, onion, feta, and mint in your large bowl. Now, very gently toss everything together. You want to coat all the ingredients lightly without bruising the delicate fruit too much.
  2. For the absolute best flavor experience, cover the bowl and pop your salad into the refrigerator for at least 15-20 minutes. This little chill time lets all those wonderful flavors meld together. Before serving, give it one last gentle toss and garnish with any reserved fresh mint, if you like.

Notes

Choose wisely: For the best texture, use ripe but still slightly firm peaches so they hold their shape. When picking watermelon, look for a dull spot where it rested on the ground – that's often a sign of ripeness!
Make it savory: Want to amp up the savory notes? A sprinkle of flaky sea salt just before serving can make a real difference. A few torn fresh basil leaves alongside the mint also adds a lovely herbaceous depth.
Storage: This salad is truly best enjoyed fresh. If you need to prep ahead, keep the fruit, onion, feta, and dressing separate, then combine and toss just before serving to prevent the fruit from getting too watery.