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Watermelon Basil Salad


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant and refreshing summer salad featuring juicy watermelon, fragrant basil, and creamy feta.


Ingredients

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  • 6–8 cups watermelon, cubed
  • 2 cups arugula
  • 1 heaping cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 2/3 cup feta cheese
  • 1/2 large red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts
  • Flaky sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp. lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1–2 Tbsp. honey
  • 1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine the cubed watermelon, arugula, chopped basil, feta cheese, sliced red onion, and pine nuts in a large bowl.
  2. Whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to create the dressing.
  3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  4. Season with flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
  5. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing summer salad!

Notes

This salad can be made ahead, but add the dressing right before serving for optimal freshness.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg