Description
This Watermelon Goat Cheese Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that’s perfect for summer gatherings. The combination of sweet watermelon, creamy goat cheese, and fresh mint creates a delightful mix of flavors. Drizzled with balsamic glaze and olive oil, this salad is a light and satisfying option for a hot day.
Ingredients
Scale
Watermelon Salad:
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, combine watermelon, goat cheese, red onion, and mint.
- Drizzle Dressing: Drizzle olive oil and balsamic glaze over the salad.
- Season: Sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper.
- Toss: Gently toss everything together until well combined.
- Serve: Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes for a cooler salad.
Notes
- For extra crunch, try adding toasted walnuts or pistachios.
- Feta can be used instead of goat cheese.
- Use a melon baller for a decorative touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
