Strawberry Watermelon Salad with Honey-Lime Vinaigrette
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy refreshing salads, and this Strawberry Watermelon Salad with Honey-Lime Vinaigrette captures the essence of warm days. Bursting with sweet strawberries and juicy watermelon, this vibrant dish is elevated by fragrant herbs and a tangy homemade dressing. It’s quick to make, taking just 8 minutes from start to finish, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Whether served at a picnic, barbecue, or as a light lunch, this salad is sure to impress both kids and adults alike with its delightful flavors and stunning presentation.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound strawberries, hulled & sliced
- 1/2 seedless watermelon, cubed
- 6 mint leaves, thinly sliced
- 3 basil leaves, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup honey (or agave nectar for vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1/4 cup fresh squeezed lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Sea salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey (or agave), lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper until combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine hulled strawberries and cubed watermelon. Gently toss to mix.
- Add sliced mint and basil leaves; stir gently to incorporate without bruising the fruit.
- Pour the honey-lime vinaigrette over the salad; toss lightly until everything is well coated.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 23mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg