Watermelon, Feta, and Walnut Salad
Description
A refreshing summer salad that comes together quickly. Let marinate for up to an hour to really get the most out of the flavor.
Ingredients
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6 cups 3/4-inch cubes seedless watermelon
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3/4 cup California walnuts, coarsely chopped
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
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3 tablespoons snipped fresh basil
PREPARATION
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Place watermelon and walnuts in a large bowl.
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Whisk together oil, lemon juice and vinegar in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper.
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Drizzle over watermelon mixture and stir to coat with dressing. Let marinate for up to 1 hour.
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Top with feta and basil just before serving.
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Recipe tip: Add 1/2 cup small cubes of cucumber to the salad along with the watermelon walnut mixture.
NUTRITION
- Calories: 220 cal
- Total Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 9.64 g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 7.17 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
- Sodium: 190 mg
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Dietary Fiber: less than 1 g
- Total Sugars: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Vitamin D: 0 mcg
- Calcium: 80 mg
- Iron: 1 mg
- Potassium: 100 mg