Watermelon Strawberry and Chile Salad
Brighten up your summer table with this vibrant Watermelon Strawberry and Chile Salad, a refreshing blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors that's perfect for any occasion. This fruit-forward salad combines juicy watermelon and ripe strawberries with a zesty lime-honey dressing, subtly spiced with chili powder for a flavorful kick. Freshly chopped mint leaves add a fragrant herbal note, while a sprinkle of sea salt enhances every bite. For an extra layer of indulgence, optional crumbled feta cheese provides a creamy, salty contrast. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light appetizer, this colorful salad is a show-stopping dish that tastes as good as it looks.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups watermelon
- 2 cups strawberries
- 1 whole lime
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 cup feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Hull and slice the strawberries, then add them to the watermelon.
Zest the lime using a microplane or fine grater and set aside the zest. Then, juice the lime and pour the juice into a small mixing bowl.
Add honey, chili powder, and sea salt to the lime juice. Whisk together until the honey is fully dissolved to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the watermelon and strawberries, then gently toss to coat the fruit evenly.
Finely chop the fresh mint leaves and sprinkle them over the salad.
If using feta cheese, crumble it on top of the salad for a salty, creamy contrast.
Garnish with a pinch of lime zest for a burst of citrus flavor.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
545 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.4 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.0 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 1342 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 98.0 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.2 g | ||
| Protein | 14.8 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 407 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1086 mg | 23% | |
*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.
