Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups cubed watermelon
- 2-3 peaches, cut into thin wedges
- Fresh basil leaves
- 8 ounces fresh feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup roasted pistachios, chopped
Vinaigrette Ingredients
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons champagne vinegar
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fig preserves (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Chili flakes, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit and Cheese: In a large salad bowl, arrange the cubed watermelon and sliced peaches evenly. Crumble the fresh feta cheese over the top, then sprinkle fresh basil leaves and chopped roasted pistachios to add aromatic and crunchy elements.
- Make the Vinaigrette: In a glass jar or small bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, champagne vinegar, honey, fig preserves (if using), and chopped fresh chives. Whisk or shake vigorously until well emulsified. Season the dressing with salt, black pepper, and chili flakes according to your taste preferences.
- Toss and Serve: Drizzle the prepared vinaigrette evenly over the assembled salad. Gently toss the ingredients together to coat everything with the flavorful dressing. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors at their best.
Notes
- For best flavor, use ripe and juicy peaches and watermelon.
- The fig preserves add a subtle sweetness and depth but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Adjust chili flakes to your preferred spice level or omit for a milder salad.
- This salad is best served fresh and does not hold well for extended storage.
- Roasted pistachios can be substituted with toasted almonds or walnuts for a different crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian