Description
Enjoy the vibrant flavors of summer with this Peach Watermelon Salad, a refreshing blend of juicy peaches and sweet watermelon. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or light lunches, this salad is not only delicious but also hydrating and nutritious. With fresh mint and a drizzle of lime juice, every bite offers a delightful balance of sweetness and tang. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, this salad is sure to impress your guests or serve as a healthy snack throughout the week. Whip it up in minutes and savor the taste of summer all season long!
Ingredients
- 2 ripe peaches
- 4 cups seedless watermelon (cubed)
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves (chopped)
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Wash the peaches and watermelon thoroughly. Slice the peaches into wedges and cube the watermelon into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the peach wedges and watermelon cubes.
- Add chopped mint leaves to the fruit mixture and toss lightly.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the salad and mix until well coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Serve chilled as an eye-catching centerpiece.
Notes
– Choose ripe fruits for optimal sweetness; slightly soft peaches are best.
– For added texture, consider incorporating nuts like almonds or walnuts.
– Experiment with flavor by adding feta cheese or a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg