Description
A refreshing summer salad featuring juicy watermelon, zesty lime, crunchy red onion, and a hint of jalapeño, perfect for picnics and barbecues.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups watermelon, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Feta cheese (optional), crumbled
Instructions
- Combine the diced watermelon, finely chopped red onion, cilantro, and minced jalapeño in a large bowl.
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Drizzle the dressing over the watermelon mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Chill the salad before serving, and top with crumbled feta cheese if desired.
Notes
For best results, consume the salad within 1-2 days to enjoy its optimal texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg