Watermelon Salad with Balsamic Dressing

Watermelon salad in a white bowl showing all of the toppings.

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Watermelon Salad with Balsamic Dressing

This refreshing Watermelon Salad with Balsamic Dressing is a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and crunchy. Fresh spinach, juicy watermelon, and sweet blueberries pair beautifully with creamy feta and toasted walnuts, all tied together with a simple balsamic dressing. It's a light, vibrant dish for spring gatherings or summer meals.

Prep Time15

Total Time15

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 238kcal

Author: Jami Powell

Equipment

Large Salad bowl
Small Mixing bowl
Whisk
Cutting board & sharp knife
Measuring Cups & Spoons

Ingredients

4 cups fresh spinach
3 cups watermelon cubed
1 cup fresh blueberries
⅓ cup feta cheese crumbled
⅓ cup walnuts toasted and chopped
¼ small red onion thinly sliced

Balsamic Dressing

¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Wash and dry the spinach, watermelon, and blueberries. Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes. Thinly slice the red onion.
In a dry pan over medium heat, toast the walnuts for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant. Let them cool before chopping.
In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
In a large salad bowl, layer the spinach, watermelon, blueberries, and red onion. Sprinkle with feta cheese and toasted walnuts.
Drizzle the balsamic dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.

Notes

Storage Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one day. Keep the dressing separate and combine just before serving.

Freeze This dish is not freezer-friendly.
Reheat No reheating required.

Substitutions

Spinach: Substitute with arugula or mixed greens.
Feta: Replace feta with goat cheese or mozzarella for a different creamy texture.
Nuts: Use almonds, pecans, or pine nuts instead of walnuts for varied flavors.

Adjustments Cooking time may need to be adjusted based on the geography of the area (high vs. low elevation), cookware (stoneware vs traditional bakeware), and outdoor temperature if grilling.

Nutrition information is only an estimate

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