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Watermelon Basil Salad

Watermelon Basil Salad Cools That BBQ Heat

Watermelon Basil Salad cools that BBQ heat. Sweet, juicy watermelon and savory feta with sweet basil. It’s the perfect combination
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 146 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups fresh watermelon cut into 1/2" cubes
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil rinsed and finely chopped
  • 5 oz feta cheese crumbled
  • extra basil leaves for garnish

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp fresh ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • After removing the rind from a seedless watermelon, cut into 1" to ½" pieces, until you have 6 cups
  • Add the cut watermelon to a medium sized bowl
  • Add the basil and feta to the bowl with the water melon gently stir to combine
  • Combine all of the dressing ingredients in a small bowl and whisk together
  • Pour the dressing over the watermelon salad and gently stir again to ensure it's even coated
  • Chill and serve cold
  • Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired
Keyword Salad, Watermelon, Watermelon Basil Salad