Tomato Watermelon Salad
Juicy, refreshing, and utterly vibrant, this Tomato Watermelon Salad is the ultimate summer side dish that combines sweet and savory flavors in every bite. Featuring crisp watermelon cubes and plump cherry tomatoes, this salad is enhanced with refreshing cucumber, tangy crumbled feta cheese, and thinly sliced red onion for a delightful contrast of textures. Fresh basil and mint leaves add a fragrant herbal note, while a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze ties it all together with rich, tangy sophistication. Ready in just 15 minutes, this gluten-free, no-cook recipe is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or light lunches. Serve it chilled for a cooling sensation that makes every bite as satisfying as it is flavorful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups watermelon
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.25 cup red onion
- 0.5 cup feta cheese
- 0.25 cup basil leaves
- 0.25 cup mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes and add to a large salad bowl.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl with the watermelon.
Peel the cucumber, if desired, and dice it into small pieces. Add to the bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad mixture.
Crumble the feta cheese over the top of the salad.
Chop the basil and mint leaves and sprinkle them evenly across the salad.
Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic glaze over the top of the salad.
Sprinkle the salt and black pepper over the salad and gently toss everything together to combine.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 1 hour before serving for an extra refreshing taste.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
777 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.2 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2071 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.2 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.0 g | ||
| Protein | 20.4 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 643 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 2082 mg | 44% | |
*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.
