Watermelon Salad with Jalapeno and Lime
Bright, refreshing, and with a kick of heat, this Watermelon Salad with Jalapeño and Lime is your go-to summer side dish. Juicy, seedless watermelon forms the vibrant base, complemented by fresh mint, creamy feta, and spicy jalapeño slices for a tantalizing mix of flavors. A zesty lime dressing, sweetened with a touch of honey, ties everything together, creating a harmonious balance of sweet, savory, and tangy. Perfectly simple with just 15 minutes of prep time, this salad is a crowd-pleaser for barbecues, picnics, or any warm-weather gathering. Serve it lightly chilled for an ultra-refreshing treat that will leave everyone asking for the recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups seedless watermelon
- 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 whole jalapeno pepper
- 1 whole lime
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 cup feta cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Cut the seedless watermelon into bite-sized cubes, measuring approximately 6 cups. Place in a large mixing bowl.
Finely chop the fresh mint leaves and add them to the bowl with the watermelon.
Slice the jalapeno pepper thinly. If desired, remove the seeds to reduce the spiciness. Add the sliced jalapeno to the bowl.
Zest the lime and then juice it. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, lime zest, extra virgin olive oil, and honey until well combined.
Pour the lime dressing over the watermelon mixture. Gently toss to coat the watermelon evenly with the dressing.
Crumble the feta cheese over the salad and sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste.
Lightly toss the salad once more, being careful not to break up the watermelon cubes.
Serve the salad immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving for a more refreshing taste.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
799 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.2 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1465 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.7 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.9 g | ||
| Protein | 19.9 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 643 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1578 mg | 34% | |
*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.
