Watermelon Mint Salad
A refreshing salad that combines the sweetness of watermelon with the coolness of mint and a zesty twist of lime.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 fresh watermelon (cut into cubes)
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice (approx. the juice of 1/2 a lime)
- 1 tablespoon honey (omit for Whole30)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh mint (chopped)
Instructions
- Prep the watermelon by cutting it into small, bite-sized cubes and placing them in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the kosher salt over the watermelon cubes and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Squeeze half a lime right over the watermelon to add acidity.
- Drizzle in honey and olive oil, then gently fold everything together.
- Chop the mint leaves finely and scatter them over the watermelon, then toss gently.
- Taste the salad and adjust lime or salt as needed.
- Chill the salad in the fridge for about 30 minutes if time permits.
Notes
Serve the salad in a beautiful bowl or individual glasses garnished with a sprig of mint. Pairs well with grilled meats or fish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: watermelon salad, summer salad, refreshing salad, mint, easy salad