Watermelon Blueberry Salad with Feta
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Watermelon Blueberry Salad with Feta is the ultimate summer salad and side dish. Made with fresh and juicy watermelon, plump and sweet blueberries, crumbled feta, and fresh mint and basil. All tossed in a sweet and tangy balsamic dressing.
Watermelon Blueberry Salad with Feta
This Watermelon Blueberry Salad with Feta truly is the ultimate summer salad. It may sound a bit of a funky mix at first, but don’t let that keep you from trying this flavorful salad. It’s sweet, tangy with a hint of salty from the feta. It has the perfect crispiness from fresh watermelon and a burst of sweetness from plump blueberries. All tossed in a sweet and tangy balsamic dressing. It’s such a refreshing salad perfect to serve as a side dish at any summer barbecue. Not to mention how patriotic the colors are for the Fourth of July!
Ingredients needed to make Watermelon Blueberry Salad with Feta:
- Watermelon– The juiciest the better.
- Blueberries– Ripe and sweet.
- Balsamic Vinegar– Adds a tangy flavor to this salad.
- Honey– Sweetness for balance.
- Fresh Basil– Compliments to sweetness from the fruit and tanginess from the balsamic vinegar.
- Fresh Mint– Adds freshness to this salad.
- Pink Sea Salt– Elevates flavors.
- Feta Cheese– Perfectly compliments the rest of the flavors and adds texture to this salad.
Equipment needed to make Watermelon Blueberry Salad with Feta:
- Large Mixing Bowl– To prep and toss your salad in.
How to make Watermelon Blueberry Salad with Feta:
- Step 1– In a medium mixing bowl, combine cubed watermelon and blueberries. Thinly chop basil and mint and add to bowl with watermelon and blueberries.
- Step 2– Drizzle balsamic and honey over fruit and herbs. Then sprinkle salt over everything. Add feta cheese an give salad a good toss making sure all ingredients are well combined.
- Step 3– Garnish salad with some fresh mint and basil if desired. Chill for 30 minutes then serve. Enjoy!
Tips and Substitutions:
- Use ripe and juicy fruit– This will make the salad more flavorful and prevent it from becoming soggy.
- Add salad to a salad spinner– If you are making this salad a few hours ahead of serving it; place it in a salad spinner. The juices will drain through the spinner into the bowl keeping the fruit more crips and fresh. Add the juices back to the salad hen you are ready to serve.
- Substitute for honey– Use maple syrup.
- Substitute for feta cheese– Cojita cheese is a great substitute.
What to serve Watermelon Blueberry Salad with:
This Watermelon Blueberry Salad is great to serve as a sweet and tangy side dish for any summer barbecue. It’s so refreshing and can be paired up with just about any grilled food. We love serving it with grilled chicken, shrimp skewers, and salmon. It’s also great on the side of burgers. Pair this delicious summer salad with these other tasty recipes:
- Turkey Burgers
- Buffalo Chicken Burgers with Blue Cheese Dressing
- Shrimp Skewers with Avocado Mango Salsa
- Mahi Mahi Burgers with Chipotle-Avocado Spread
Variations:
- Add more fruit– Strawberries, blackberries, cantaloupe, or honeydew are all great.
- Add some veggies– Fresh crisp cucumbers or pickled red onions are great too!
- Serve over some greens– Serve over a bed or arugula, kale or baby spinach.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze– Substitute balsamic vinegar with balsamic glaze to elevate this salad.
- Make it vegan– Substitute honey for maple syrup and feta cheese with a vegan friendly feta.
- Add some heat– Sprinkle some red pepper flakes for an added kick!
Watermelon Blueberry Salad with Feta FAQ’s:
Why does watermelon and feta taste good together?
Watermelon and feta go well together. The juiciness and sweetness from the watermelon perfectly compliments the saltiness and tanginess from the feta. The sweetness and freshness from the blueberries, basil and mint add a boost of flavor. Balancing out the tanginess and acidity of the balsamic vinegar.
Can I cut the watermelon in advance?
Yes. You can cut your watermelon about 1-2 days in advance to make this salad. You can also use pre-cut watermelon to save some time.
Can I use frozen blueberries?
No. I would’t recommend using frozen blueberries. They will release too much liquid as they thaw-out. Which will make the salad too soggy.
How to pick a watermelon:
- Find the field spot- This is where the watermelon sat on the ground while it grew. Locate this spot and it should have a creamy and yellow color to it. If it’s white or light yellow, pick a different watermelon.
- Tap it and listen– If it makes a deep and hollow sound it’s a good indication that the watermelon has more water and it’s riper. Dense and dull sounds means the rind is too thick and not ripe enough.
- Lift and feel how heavy it is– The watermelon should weight more than it’s size. This means the fruit is ripe and has more water.
How to cut a watermelon:
The easiest way to cut a watermelon is to slice it into inch thick circles. Start slicing each circle in half. You can then slice each half into triangles. If you want to dice it, slice the circles into long sticks. Cut off the skin and dice into cubes the size you’d like them to be.
Storing Watermelon Blueberry Salad with Feta:
This watermelon blueberry salad with feta is best when served right away. The fruit releases a lot of juices which can make the fruit soggy as it sits in the fridge. If you have some leftover salad, place it in an airtight container and keep refrigerated for up to 1-2 days. A good pro-tip is to keep the salad in a salad spinner. The juices will drain through the spinner into the bowl keeping the fruit more crips and fresh. Add the juices back to the salad hen you are ready to serve.
Did you like this Watermelon Blueberry Salad with Feta? You may also like these other refreshing summer recipes:
- Cucumber Herb Salad
- Fresh and Easy Fruit Salad
- Coconut Shrimp Ceviche
- Quinoa Chickpea Salad
- Watermelon-Basil Strawberry Slushie
Watermelon Blueberry Salad with Feta
Ingredients
- 2 cups cubes watermelon
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 tsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh basil
- 1 tsp fresh mint
- 1/4 tsp pink sea salt
- 1/4 cup feta
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine cubed watermelon and blueberries. Thinly chop basil and mint and add to bowl with watermelon and blueberries.
Drizzle balsamic and honey over fruit and herbs. Then sprinkle salt over everything. Add feta cheese an give salad a good toss making sure all ingredients are well combined.
Garnish salad with some fresh mint and basil if desired. Chill for 30 minutes then serve. Enjoy!
Recipe Notes
- Use ripe and juicy fruit– This will make the salad more flavorful and prevent it from becoming soggy.
- Add salad to a salad spinner– If you are making this salad a few hours ahead of serving it; place it in a salad spinner. The juices will drain through the spinner into the bowl keeping the fruit more crips and fresh. Add the juices back to the salad hen you are ready to serve.
- Substitute for honey– Use maple syrup.
- Substitute for feta cheese– Cojita cheese is a great substitute.
*Number of total servings in estimated. Actual number of servings may vary depending on your own personal preference in portion sizes.
**Nutritional values shown are general guidelines for 1 serving using the ingredients listed above. These numbers do not reflect and may vary depending on substitutions, additions and/or different brands and/or other ingredients that may be used.
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