Description
This Strawberry Watermelon Salad with Refreshing Honey is a sweet, hydrating summer treat. It’s made with juicy watermelon, ripe strawberries, mint, and a touch of lime and honey for a burst of freshness. Perfect for BBQs, picnics, or a light dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup for a vegan version)
- Pinch of sea salt
Optional Add-Ins:
- Crumbled feta cheese for a savory twist
- Sliced cucumber for extra crunch
- A dash of chili flakes for a spicy note
- Basil leaves as a mint substitute
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed watermelon and halved strawberries.
- Drizzle with lime juice and honey (or maple syrup), then sprinkle with sea salt.
- Add chopped mint and gently toss everything together.
- Mix in any optional add-ins like feta, cucumber, or chili flakes if desired.
- Chill for 10–15 minutes before serving for best flavor and freshness.
Notes
- For best results, use chilled watermelon and strawberries before mixing.
- This salad is best served immediately but can be refrigerated for up to 4 hours.
- Great as a side dish for grilled meats or a standalone summer snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish, Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American, Summer
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: undefined
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: undefined
Keywords: Strawberry Watermelon Salad, Summer Fruit Salad, Fresh Watermelon Recipe, Healthy Summer Side, Honey Lime Fruit Salad