Summer Peach Watermelon Salad (Printable)
Juicy peaches and watermelon with fresh herbs and lime dressing
# What You’ll Need:
→ Fresh Fruits
01 - 2 cups watermelon, cubed into 1-inch pieces
02 - 3 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced into wedges
03 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and quartered
→ Herbs and Garnishes
04 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn by hand
05 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
→ Citrus Dressing
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
07 - 1 tablespoon honey or pure maple syrup
08 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
# How-To Steps:
01 - Cube the watermelon into 1-inch pieces. Slice the peaches into wedges after removing pits. Hull and quarter the strawberries. Place all prepared fruits in a large mixing bowl.
02 - Tear the fresh mint leaves by hand to release their oils. Add them to the fruit bowl and toss gently to distribute evenly throughout the mixture.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey or maple syrup, olive oil, and sea salt. Continue whisking until the ingredients emulsify into a smooth dressing.
04 - Drizzle the prepared dressing over the fruit salad. Use a large spoon or your hands to toss gently, ensuring all pieces are lightly coated without bruising the fruit.
05 - Transfer the salad to a serving platter or decorative bowl. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the top. Garnish with additional fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately while fresh.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- No cooking required, so your kitchen stays cool even on the hottest days
- The salty sweet hit from feta against ripe fruit is one of those flavor combos that makes people pause and ask what you put in it
02 -
- This salad is best eaten within an hour of dressing, as the fruit starts releasing juice and the texture turns from crisp to soupy
- If you need to make it ahead, keep the dressing separate and toss right before serving, maintaining that perfect balance of juicy but not wet
03 -
- Chill your bowl for ten minutes before assembling, the cold vessel keeps the fruit refreshing longer especially at outdoor gatherings
- Cut everything to the same size, uniform pieces mean consistent flavor in every bite instead of getting a mouthful of just watermelon or just peach