Watermelon and Feta Salad with Serrano Chile Vinaigrette
Experience the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and spicy with this vibrant Watermelon and Feta Salad with Serrano Chile Vinaigrette. Juicy cubes of seedless watermelon pair beautifully with creamy, tangy feta cheese, crisp English cucumber, and fresh, aromatic herbs like mint and basil. The star of the dish is the zesty serrano chile vinaigrette, made with fresh lime juice, a touch of honey, and a kick of heat that elevates every bite. Serve it atop a bed of peppery arugula for added depth or enjoy it as is for a refreshing summer side dish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this colorful salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for picnics, cookouts, or light lunches.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Seedless watermelon
- 1 cup Feta cheese
- 1 English cucumber
- 0.25 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 1 Serrano chile
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Arugula (optional)
Instructions
In a small bowl, make the serrano chile vinaigrette by combining the minced serrano chile, olive oil, lime juice, honey, kosher salt, and ground black pepper. Whisk well until the mixture is emulsified. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the watermelon cubes, sliced cucumber, chopped mint, and chopped basil. Toss gently to distribute the ingredients evenly.
If using arugula, layer it on the bottom of a large serving platter or bowl.
Drizzle half of the vinaigrette over the watermelon mixture and toss gently to coat. Reserve the remaining vinaigrette for serving.
Transfer the watermelon mixture on top of the arugula, if using. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the top of the salad.
Drizzle the reserved vinaigrette over the finished salad or serve it on the side.
Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing, sweet-and-salty salad with a hint of spice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1276 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.2 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.0 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 2032 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.6 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.6 g | ||
| Protein | 32.5 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1056 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2066 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.
