Watermelon Mint Salad
Author:A really simple, flavourful & super juicy, Watermelon Mint Salad that will keep you feeling cool as a cucumber during the warmer summer months!
Ingredients
- 5 cups (900 grams) watermelon , cubed
- 1 English cucumber , chopped into bite sized chunks
- 1 large handful fresh mint , shredded finely
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil , (omit for oil-free)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice , (or lime)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup , (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper , or to taste
Optional
- vegan feta cheese , as much or as little as you like
INSTRUCTIONS
- Add the chopped watermelon, cucumber and mint to a large salad bowl.
- Mix or shake the olive oil, lemon juice, maple syrup and black pepper up in a small jar or bowl.
- Pour over the dressing and toss to combine.
- Sprinkle over the optional feta if using, then serve immediately.
NOTES
Watermelon Salad is best eaten on the day it's made so try to scale my quantities up or down as necessary so you don't end up with much leftover.
NUTRITION
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 125kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 311mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 1122IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg
