Description
A refreshing and vibrant Watermelon Pineapple Salad combining sweet watermelon and pineapple with crisp cucumber, zesty lime, and fresh mint. Lightly dressed with honey and lime juice, this salad is perfect for a healthy snack or side dish, and can be garnished with feta cheese for an added savory touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 3 cups cubed watermelon, seeds removed
- 2 cups pineapple chunks
Vegetables and Herbs
- 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
Dressing
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon honey
Seasoning and Garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: feta cheese crumbles for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruits: Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes and remove any seeds if necessary. Chop the pineapple into chunks.
- Slice Vegetables and Herbs: Thinly slice the cucumber and red onion. Roughly chop the fresh mint leaves.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, mix together the watermelon, pineapple, cucumber, red onion, and mint leaves.
- Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice and honey until well combined.
- Toss Salad: Pour the lime juice and honey dressing over the salad mixture, then gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Season and Garnish: Add salt and pepper to taste. For added flavor, sprinkle feta cheese crumbles on top if desired.
- Serve or Chill: Serve immediately for a fresh taste or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend. Enjoy your refreshing Watermelon Pineapple Salad!
Notes
- For best flavor, use ripe and sweet watermelon and pineapple.
- Chilling the salad for 30 minutes enhances the taste by allowing the dressing to meld with the fruits and vegetables.
- Feta cheese is optional but adds a salty contrast to the sweet and tangy flavors.
- This salad is best served fresh to maintain the crispness of the cucumber and onion.
- Adjust salt and honey according to your taste preferences.
