Strawberry Watermelon Salad with Honey-Lime Vinaigrette
Strawberry Watermelon Salad with Honey-Lime Vinaigrette is the ultimate summer dish that combines juicy strawberries and sweet watermelon, making it a refreshing addition to any gathering. This vibrant salad is drizzled with a tangy honey-lime dressing, enhancing its flavor profile and making every bite feel like sunshine on your palate. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or simply enjoying on a warm day, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also family-friendly and versatile. With just a handful of fresh ingredients, you can whip up this delightful salad in minutes, ensuring it’s a hit among guests of all ages.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 8 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound strawberries (hulled & sliced)
- 1/2 seedless watermelon (cubed)
- 6 mint leaves (thinly sliced)
- 3 basil leaves (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1/4 cup fresh squeezed lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the fruit: Wash, hull, and slice the strawberries. Cut the watermelon into cubes.
- Slice the herbs: Thinly slice the mint and basil leaves.
- Whisk the dressing: In a bowl, combine honey, lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper; whisk until smooth.
- Combine everything: In a large bowl, gently toss together strawberries, watermelon, mint, and basil. Drizzle with dressing and toss lightly.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg