Watermelon Salad with Feta and Fresh Herbs
This watermelon salad combines juicy fruit, salty feta, fresh mint and basil, crunchy sunflower seeds, and a bright red wine vinaigrette in a 15-minute side dish.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 6 cups seedless watermelon cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves torn
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves torn
- 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds roasted and unsalted
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt plus more to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
Instructions
- Place the watermelon cubes, feta, mint, basil, and sunflower seeds in a large bowl.
- Whisk the red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the watermelon mixture and toss gently until coated. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to two days.