Description
A refreshing and spicy salad perfect for summer, combining watermelon, cucumber, and jalapeño for a unique flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed watermelon, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, chopped cilantro, and minced jalapeño pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
- If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top for added flavor.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a sweeter version, add diced mango or pineapple to the salad.
- Substitute the jalapeño with a milder pepper or omit it entirely for a non-spicy option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg