Watermelon Peach Feta Salad with Mint Lime Dressing
A refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon, sweet peaches, salty feta, and a bright mint-lime dressing for a vibrant, crowd-pleasing side.
Equipment
- Chef’s Knife
- large shallow platter
- small jar for vinaigrette
Ingredients
- 4 cups watermelon, cubed
- 3 peaches, sliced into wedges
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp honey
- 1 pinch chili flakes
Instructions
- Soak the sliced red onions in ice water for 5 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
- In a small jar, combine olive oil, lime juice, honey, and chili flakes. Shake well until emulsified.
- Arrange the cubed watermelon and sliced peaches on a large serving platter.
- Top with the drained onions and crumbled feta cheese.
- Drizzle the mint-lime dressing evenly over the salad.
- Garnish with fresh mint and a sprinkle of sea salt. Serve immediately.
Notes
Alice-Approved: Use a melon baller for the watermelon to create a more "bistro-style" whimsical presentation.
Pro Tip: If the peaches are too soft, grill them for 1 minute per side to add a "chef-style" smoky char.