Description
A refreshing and vibrant fruit salad featuring ripe peaches and juicy watermelon, accented with mint, citrus, and a touch of olive oil for a perfect summer side or snack.
Ingredients
3 ripe peaches, sliced into wedges or bite-sized pieces
4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed into 1-inch chunks
2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped or torn
1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil (optional)
Pinch of sea salt
Cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Slice peaches and cube watermelon. Chop or tear mint leaves.
- In a large bowl, gently toss together peaches, watermelon, and mint.
- Sprinkle with sea salt and cracked black pepper.
- Drizzle lemon or lime juice and olive oil (if using) over the salad.
- Toss gently to mix and distribute flavors evenly.
- Chill for 15–20 minutes before serving if desired.
Notes
- Add feta or mozzarella for a creamy element.
- Include toasted nuts or seeds for added texture.
- Swap mint for basil or cilantro for different herb flavors.
- For sweetness, drizzle with a little honey or agave.
- Best enjoyed fresh—refrigerate only up to 24 hours.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg