Elevate your summer gatherings with this Sweet N Savory Watermelon Cup Fruit Saladโa vibrant fusion of refreshing fruits, zesty dressing, and decadent toppings served in charming, edible watermelon bowls! This recipe highlights the sweetness of strawberries, blueberries, and pineapple chunks, balanced with the salty richness of crumbled feta cheese and a tangy lime-honey dressing. Fresh mint leaves add an aromatic touch, while a sprinkle of salt and black pepper enhances the savory notes. Ready in just 20 minutes with zero cooking required, this eye-catching fruit salad is perfect for brunches, barbecues, or a healthy dessert. Its unique presentation in hollowed-out mini watermelons ensures it steals the spotlight at any event while offering a deliciously fresh and colorful dining experience.
Cut each mini watermelon in half horizontally and carefully scoop out the fruit using a melon baller or a spoon, leaving about 1/2 inch of the flesh intact. Set the hollowed-out watermelon halves aside to use as serving bowls.
Chop the scooped-out watermelon flesh into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Wash and hull the strawberries, then cut them into quarters. Add to the mixing bowl.
Add the blueberries and pineapple chunks to the bowl with the watermelon and strawberries.
Finely chop the fresh mint leaves and sprinkle them over the fruit mixture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the fruit mixture and gently toss to combine, being careful not to crush the fruit.
Crumble the feta cheese over the salad and give it one final gentle toss.
Spoon the salad into the hollowed-out watermelon halves to serve. Garnish with additional mint leaves if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Calories |
2318 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 25.7 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1504 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 535.3 g | 195% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.7 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 426.6 g | ||
| Protein | 49.7 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 825 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 17.8 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 7180 mg | 153% | |
*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.