Summertime calls for light and hydrating dishes that’re both refreshing and nutritious. Watermelon, known for its sweetness and high water content is a summer fruit that pairs perfectly with different ingredients to create a tasty salad. Today we’re excited to share a watermelon salad recipe thats simple to prepare and may help you beat the summer heat.
Watermelon Salad Recipe
Ingredients:
- 4 cups of watermelon
- 1 cup of feta cheese
- 1/2 cup of thinly sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh basil leaves
- 1 cucumber thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze (recipe included at the end)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the the balsamic glaze and set aside OR make the day
- Start by cutting the watermelon into bite sized pieces and placing them in a large salad
- Next thinly slice the cucumber and red onion before adding them to the bowl with the
- Chop up the mint and basil leaves, before sprinkling them over the Once chopped, lets mix them into the salad along, with the feta cheese.
- Add salt and pepper to
- Drizzle the glaze over the
- Gently combine all the ingredients until
Why Watermelon Summer Salad Is So Good For You
Hydration: Watermelon contains over 90% water making it a great choice for staying hydrated in weather.
Packed with Nutrients: Watermelon is rich in vitamins A, B6 and C as antioxidants like lycopene that help fight inflammation and oxidative stress.
Promotes Digestive Health: The fiber in cucumbers and red onions aids digestion. Supports a gut. Supports Bone Health: Feta cheese provides calcium, which’s crucial, for maintaining bones and teeth. Refreshing Taste: The blend of mint and basil gives an aroma that elevates the flavour of the salad.
This watermelon summer salad is a way to savor flavours while benefiting from its many health perks. It’s a dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, light meal or even a revitalizing snack.The combination of mouth- watering watermelon, tangy feta cheese and fragrant herbs creates a mix that will surely tantalize your taste buds and keep you feeling refreshed. If you tried this recipe, let us know. Tag us on instagram or facebook with #C16Watermelonsaladrecipe
Easy Balsamic Glaze Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons of honey or coconut sugar (optional, for sweetness)
Directions:
- Pour the vinegar into a small If desired, add honey or brown sugar for a glaze.
- Place the saucepan over Stir occasionally until any added sweetener completely dissolves.
- Let the mixture gently Reduce heat once it starts boiling.
- Allow the mixture to simmer over heat stirring Simmer until the vinegar reduces by about half and thickens into a syrupy consistency in 10 15 minutes.
- Remove, from heat. Let the glaze cool. It will thicken more as it cools down. Once cooled transfer it to a
You can keep it in the fridge for a month.
Glaze tips:
Consistency: Make sure the glaze sticks to the back of a spoon. If it gets too thick you can add a bit of vinegar to thin it out.
Flavour: For a kick, in flavour try adding a pinch of salt or a dash of lemon juice while simmering.
