Dairy-Free Refreshing Watermelon Salad
Celebrate summer flavors with this Dairy-Free Refreshing Watermelon Salad—an irresistible combination of sweet, juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, zesty lime, and aromatic fresh mint. Perfect for warm-weather gatherings or a quick weekday treat, this salad is not only light and vibrant but also free from dairy, making it ideal for various dietary preferences. A drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of salt and pepper tie the ingredients together in a fresh, tangy dressing that complements every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this healthy and hydrating salad is the ultimate addition to your collection of easy, wholesome recipes—perfect for picnics, cookouts, or as a refreshing side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups watermelon, seedless
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 cup red onion
- 1 whole lime
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Start by cubing the seedless watermelon into bite-sized pieces to yield approximately 4 cups. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Peel and slice the cucumber into thin half-moons. Add the cucumber to the bowl with the watermelon.
Finely slice the red onion to obtain approximately 1/4 cup and add it to the salad bowl.
Roughly chop the fresh mint leaves and sprinkle them over the watermelon and cucumber mix.
Zest the lime and then juice it. Add both the zest and the juice to a small bowl.
Whisk in the olive oil, salt, and black pepper into the lime zest and juice until well combined to form your salad dressing.
Pour the dressing over the watermelon mixture and gently toss the salad to coat all ingredients evenly.
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt or lime juice if necessary.
Serve the salad immediately for the freshest taste or refrigerate for up to an hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
682 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.9 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1213 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 108.4 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.2 g | ||
| Protein | 14.2 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 504 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 2278 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
