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Grilled Watermelon, Feta, and Basil Salad

A refreshing summer salad combining grilled watermelon, feta cheese, and fresh basil.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 4 cups watermelon, cubed seedless
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves torn
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for drizzling
  • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar optional
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper

Method
 

Grilling Watermelon
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Cut the watermelon into thick slices and brush with olive oil.
  3. Grill the watermelon slices for about 2-3 minutes on each side until grill marks appear.
Assembling the Salad
  1. Remove the grilled watermelon from the grill and let it cool slightly.
  2. Cut the grilled watermelon into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the grilled watermelon, feta cheese, and basil leaves.
  4. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Toss gently to combine and serve immediately on a platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best served fresh, can be made ahead but should be served chilled.

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