Description
Savor the delightful combination of sweet watermelon and salty feta in this refreshing salad, perfect for quick dinners or picnic sides. With minimal prep, it’s a flavorful addition to any meal that highlights summer ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups washed baby spinach
- 4 cups cubed watermelon
- ¼ red onion – thinly sliced
- 1 cup feta cheese
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 large clove garlic (grated)
Instructions
- Wash and dry the spinach, then place it in a large bowl or on a platter.
- Top with watermelon cubes, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and feta cheese. Sprinkle salt and pepper over the top.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil, then add dijon mustard, honey, and grated garlic. Toss gently to combine and serve.
Notes
Add more veggies like cucumber for extra crunch.
For a more robust flavor, marinate the salad for about 30 minutes before serving.
Use fresh herbs like mint or basil to enhance the taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 18mg