Imagine a salad that's not just a side dish, but a flavor explosion that transforms ordinary ingredients into a culinary masterpiece! This Simple Tomato and Watermelon Salad is your ticket to beating the summer heat while tantalizing your taste buds with an unexpected combination of sweet, tangy, and fresh flavors. In just 10 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-worthy dish that will have your friends and family begging for the recipe.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups diced watermelon
- 2 cups diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash all fresh produce thoroughly under cool running water, ensuring to remove any dirt or debris from the watermelon and tomatoes.
- Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the watermelon into uniform 1/2-inch cubes, discarding the rind and seeds. Place the diced watermelon in a large mixing bowl.
- Similarly, dice the tomatoes into roughly the same size as the watermelon cubes, ensuring consistent piece sizes for an even presentation and balanced flavor.
- Rinse fresh mint leaves and pat dry with paper towels. Finely chop the mint leaves using a sharp knife, releasing their aromatic oils.
- Add the chopped mint leaves to the bowl with watermelon and tomatoes.
- Crumble the feta cheese into small, irregular pieces directly over the salad mixture.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar to create a light dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss all ingredients to ensure even coating.
- Season the salad with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, adjusting seasoning as needed.
- For best flavor, let the salad rest for 5 minutes at room temperature to allow ingredients to meld together.
- Serve immediately in chilled salad bowls, garnishing with additional mint leaves if desired.
Tips
- Choose the ripest, most vibrant watermelon and tomatoes for maximum flavor intensity.
- Ensure all ingredients are chilled before mixing to enhance the refreshing quality of the salad.
- Use fresh mint leaves for the most aromatic experience - dried herbs won't provide the same bright flavor.
- For the best texture, cut watermelon and tomatoes into uniform, bite-sized cubes.
- Let the salad sit for 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together perfectly.
- For a gourmet touch, use high-quality extra virgin olive oil and aged balsamic vinegar.
- If you're not a fan of feta, try goat cheese or fresh mozzarella as alternative toppings.
- Serve immediately after preparing to maintain the crisp texture of the ingredients.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 95kcal
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 10mg
