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With summer comes the quest for the perfect salad for picnics, barbeques, and trips to the beach. This weekend we plan on hitting the sand with friends and hopefully take in as many rays as possible. Though I am crossing my fingers for the sun to come out, I can rest assured knowing that even if it doesn’t, we’ll enjoy this delicious watermelon and feta salad. This is a classic Natalie (me) salad and has always been a crowd pleaser, so I continue making what the people want. I recommend you start growing basil in your garden like I do; it is always fun to just walk out your door to pluck one of the ingredients.
How To: Watermelon Salad with Feta, Olives, and Basil
6 cups watermelon, cut into cubes (roughly half a small watermelon)
1 1/2 cups Greek feta, rough chopped
1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
1/4 cup basil leaves, cut chiffonade (tiny thin ribbons)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Cut and prepare the ingredients for the salad. To mix the vinaigrette, whisk the balsamic into the olive oil until emulsified. 20 – 30 minutes before serving, toss the ingredients together and lightly dress the salad. Serve garnished with basil leaves.
What do you enjoy making in the summer?
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This recipe is just what I was looking for for the weekend. Thanks!
Thank you so much, glad you found me! Look forward to your feedback. Did you happen to make this over the weekend?
i have made this salad a few times now for me and my boyfriend. he loves, i love it. i fudge the measurements some, just kinda going by my eye, but it is consistently good. i made my mom try some of the leftovers and she loves it. this is seriously genius.
That’s a yummy looking summer salad. =)
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This looks so refreshing! Perfect for summer days eating al fresco
i’m super lazy to cook in the summer (it’s so hot and heats up our little apartment) but this is so perf! gracias, chula <3
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Just had watermelon salad about an hour ago…….. happy tummy.
Another great dish with watermelon! YUM!
I love all salades, but this is perfect and nice to see!
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I’ve been searching for a perfect version of this recipe — should’ve known to look to you for it! Yay, will have to make before summer ends… thank goodness we live in the land of extended summer so I can make good on that promise!
-R
Aw, thanks so much Rachel! If you make it, let me know what you think.
I make a pretty rad mexican summer squash & masa harina dumpling soup… it’s from Deborah Madison’s soup cookbook and had avocado, fresh tomato and cilantro salsa – it’s seriously good.
Thanks for the recipe!
This sounds absolutely delicious! Thank you so much.
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How many servings are in this salad? I want to make it tomorrow for a BBQ I’m hosting.
I’d estimate around 4, but it all depends on how much people eat. Good luck, I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
It was delish! Thank you. All my guests loved it.
Found your blog through this recipe posted on Because I’m Addicted. Love your blog and can’t wait to try this recipe today! (And the one for watermelon granitas!)