4.2 from 39 votes
Grilled Watermelon, Feta, and Basil Salad
Sweet grilled watermelon, salty feta, and fresh basil taste so good together in this summer salad!
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 146 kcal
Course:
Salad
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 6 cups cubed watermelon
- 4 ounces feta cheese cut into cubes
- 1-2 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- Black pepper to taste
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling on top of the salad
Instructions
- Cut the watermelon into 1 inch thick slabs and lightly brush them with olive oil. Place the slabs of watermelon cut side down onto a heated grill and grill for about 2-3 minutes per side or until marked and warm.
- Remove from the grill and cut off the rind, then cut into 1 inch cubes. Toss the grilled watermelon with the basil, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Stir in the cubed feta being careful not to break it up.
- Drizzle the salad with the balsamic reduction before serving. Salad is best made and eaten the day it is served.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
146kcal
(7%)
Carbohydrates
19g
(6%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
6g
(9%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Cholesterol
25mg
(8%)
Sodium
395mg
(16%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
15g
(30%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 146
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 146kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 25mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 395mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.