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watermelon feta fizz salad

watermelon feta fizz salad

👨‍🍳 Chefy Tip: Dressing sits for 10 minutes, watermelon becomes soggy. Dress it at the last possible second and serve immediately.

Serves
4
Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Budget-Friendly
Calories
180
Carbs
25g
Protein
6g
Fat
8g

Flavor Profile

🍉 Sweet and juicy from the watermelon
🧀 Salty and creamy from the feta
🌿 Fresh and fragrant from the mint
🍋 Tangy and zesty from the lime dressing
🍁 Lightly sweet from a touch of maple syrup

Ingredients

🍉 4 cups watermelon, cubed
🧀 1 cup feta, crumbled
🌿 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
🍋 Juice of 1 lime
🍁 1 tbsp maple syrup
🧴 2 tbsp olive oil
🧂 Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

01

Combine watermelon, feta, and fresh mint in a large bowl.

02

Whisk together lime juice, maple syrup, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

03

Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently. Serve immediately garnished with extra mint.

🧬 Food Science

Watermelon is a hydrating fruit that is packed with lycopene, an antioxidant linked to improved heart health and skin protection. Feta cheese, made from sheep's milk, contains probiotics that support gut health and aid in digestion.

Pair It

🥂 Pair with a chilled glass of white wine or cucumber-infused water.
🍽️ Pair with grilled chicken or a simple arugula and herb salad.