Peach Watermelon Salad (Printer-friendly)

Juicy peaches and watermelon tossed with fresh mint in a bright citrus dressing. A refreshing summer dish ready in 15 minutes.

# What You Need:

01 - 2 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes

02 - 2 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced into wedges

03 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn by hand

04 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

05 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

06 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

07 - 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup

08 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

09 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

01 - Place watermelon cubes and peach slices in a large mixing bowl. Toss gently to distribute evenly without damaging the fruit.

02 - Scatter torn mint leaves over the fruit mixture. If using feta, sprinkle crumbled cheese across the top as a finishing garnish.

03 - Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey or agave, sea salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified and smooth.

04 - Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad. Using a gentle folding motion, toss to coat all pieces while preserving the fruit's texture.

05 - Serve immediately for peak freshness, or refrigerate for 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Best consumed within 2 hours of dressing.

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The sweet fruit and salty feta play off each other in ways that make people pause and ask what's in it
It comes together in literally fifteen minutes but looks like something from a restaurant patio

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This salad is at its absolute best within twenty minutes of dressing, so time it right before serving
Room temperature fruit has more flavor than cold fruit straight from the fridge

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Use a sharp knife and gentle pressure when cubing watermelon to avoid crushing those delicate cells
Taste a piece of fruit before you start dressing and adjust the honey based on natural sweetness