Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 small watermelon, cut into wedges
- 3 Tablespoons lime juice
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 2 Teaspoons honey
- ½ Teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to serve
- ¼ Cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 Tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 Tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
- 1 Teaspoon Tajin seasoning
Instructions
- Cut the Watermelon: Cut the small watermelon into wedges and arrange them neatly on a large serving platter as the base of your salad.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, and kosher salt until well combined to create a tangy and lightly sweet dressing.
- Dress the Watermelon: Spoon the dressing evenly over the watermelon wedges, ensuring every piece has a touch of the flavorful mixture.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese, chopped fresh cilantro, and fresh basil over the watermelon for creamy and herbal notes.
- Spice it Up: Top the salad with thinly sliced jalapeño and a generous sprinkle of Tajin seasoning for a spicy, tangy kick. Add a pinch more kosher salt if desired to enhance flavors.
Notes
- Adjust jalapeño quantity according to your spice tolerance.
- Tajin seasoning adds a tangy, mildly spicy flavor but can be substituted with chili powder and lime zest if unavailable.
- For extra freshness, chill the watermelon prior to assembling the salad.
- This salad is best served immediately to keep the watermelon crisp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
