Strawberry Watermelon Salad with Refreshing Honey
Refresh your summer gatherings with this delightful Strawberry Watermelon Salad with Refreshing Honey. Perfectly balancing the sweetness of ripe strawberries and juicy watermelon, this salad is elevated by fresh mint and a zesty lime dressing. It’s not just a treat for the taste buds; it’s a visual feast that brings vibrant colors to your table. With its hydrating qualities, this salad is an ideal choice for hot days, making it a go-to option for picnics, barbecues, or light desserts. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe ensures you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the sunny weather.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cubed watermelon and halved strawberries.
- Drizzle lime juice and honey over the fruit mixture; sprinkle with sea salt.
- Add chopped mint leaves and gently toss to coat without mashing the fruit.
- For added flavor, mix in optional ingredients like crumbled feta or sliced cucumber.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg