Watermelon and Watercress Salad
Brighten up your plate with this refreshing Watermelon and Watercress Salad, a vibrant blend of juicy watermelon cubes, peppery watercress, and creamy crumbles of feta cheese. This easy-to-make dish comes together in just 15 minutes and is perfect for summer gatherings or as a light, nutritious meal. Thinly sliced red onion and fresh mint leaves add layers of flavor, while a tangy lime-honey dressing ties everything together beautifully. Finished with crunchy toasted sunflower seeds, this salad offers a delightful mix of textures and tastes. Packed with seasonal ingredients and bursting with bold colors, this is a must-try recipe for those craving a healthy and flavorful twist on traditional salads!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Watermelon
- 3 cups Watercress
- 0.5 cups Feta cheese
- 0.25 cups Red onion
- 0.25 cups Fresh mint leaves
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1.5 teaspoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Toasted sunflower seeds
Instructions
Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes and set aside.
Rinse the watercress thoroughly under cold water and remove any tough stems. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Thinly slice the red onion and roughly chop the fresh mint leaves.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the watermelon, watercress, red onion, and mint leaves.
Drizzle the lime-honey dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
Crumble feta cheese on top and sprinkle with toasted sunflower seeds for added crunch.
Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing salad as a side dish or light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
921 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.8 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.9 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2097 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.6 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.8 g | ||
| Protein | 26.7 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 765 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1807 mg | 38% | |
*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.
