Watermelon Strawberry Caprese Salad Recipe
A refreshing and vibrant Watermelon Strawberry Caprese Salad that combines the natural sweetness of watermelon and strawberries with the salty creaminess of feta cheese, finished with fresh basil and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, perfect for a light summer appetizer or side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 3 cups watermelon, cubed
- 2 cups strawberries, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, torn
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, add the cubed watermelon, chopped strawberries, crumbled feta cheese, and extra-virgin olive oil.
- Season and toss: Season the mixture with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your preference, then gently toss everything together to coat the fruit and cheese evenly with the olive oil and seasonings.
- Garnish and serve: Finally, garnish the salad with the torn fresh basil leaves and serve immediately for the best freshness and flavor.
Notes
- Use a ripe but firm watermelon to avoid the salad becoming too watery.
- Fresh strawberries enhance the flavor; consider hulled and chopped medium-sized berries.
- Adjust the amount of feta cheese based on your preference for saltiness and creaminess.
- Serve chilled for a refreshing summer treat.
- This salad is best eaten the same day for maximum freshness.
Keywords: Watermelon salad, Strawberry salad, Caprese salad, Summer salad, Feta salad, Refreshing salad, No-cook recipe
