Watermelon, Cucumber, and Feta Salad with Sweet Basil
- Minutes to Prepare:
- Number of Servings: 4
Ingredients
2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar1/2 teaspoon table salt, or to taste3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil3 cups cubed (1/2 to 3/4 inch) seeded watermelon, drained1½ cups hot house cucumbers, peeled and diced¼ cup julienned fresh sweet basil6 cups baby spring mix (6 oz) or arugula1/4 cup toasted, sliced almonds (1 oz)1/3 cup crumbled feta (1-1½ oz)Coarsely ground black pepper to tasteFleur de sel to taste (optional)Additional basil sprigs for garnish
Whisk together vinegar and oil, season with kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste. Combine watermelon, cucumber, and half of basil in large bowl. Toss watermelon mixture with half of dressing. Toss salad greens with enough of the vinaigrette to lightly coat the leaves. Place dressed greens on a large chilled platter, top with watermelon mixture, and crumble feta over all. Drizzle any remaining dressing and top with almonds, the remaining basil, and a grind of pepper. Garnish with additional basil sprigs. Serves 4
Number of Servings: 4
Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user DORIAN618.
Number of Servings: 4
Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user DORIAN618.
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
- Calories: 223.9
- Total Fat: 17.1 g
- Cholesterol: 9.5 mg
- Sodium: 388.3 mg
- Total Carbs: 15.4 g
- Dietary Fiber: 3.2 g
- Protein: 4.6 g