This is a simple and tasty salad—make it a staple in your house with its sweet and salty flavor profile. Even your kids will like Basil Watermelon Salad!
Author:Norann Oleson
Prep Time:15 minutes
Chilling Time:30 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:Serves 4
Category:Salads & Dressings
Ingredients
Scale
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
4 cups cubed 1/2-inch watermelon pieces
2 teaspoons lime juice
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled or cut in small cubes
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
Stack basil leaves on top of each other and roll tightly into a log. Slice lengthwise into thin ribbons—this is called chiffonade (method of slicing basil in ribbons).
Combine basil and watermelon cubes in a large bowl. Drizzle with lemon juice.
Stir in feta cheese.
Mix salt and chili powder together with a whisk in a small bowl; sprinkle over watermelon and basil mixture, and combine.
Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
