Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 3 cups cubed seedless watermelon
- 3 peaches, cut into 1/2-inch segments
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon minced chives
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 cups baby arugula
Dressing Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon minced jalapeños
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, gently mix together the cubed watermelon, sliced peaches, thinly sliced scallions, minced chives, and crumbled feta to create the base of your salad.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the minced jalapeños, minced garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, freshly squeezed lime juice, and olive oil until fully combined and emulsified.
- Dress the Salad – First Portion: Drizzle half of the prepared dressing over the fruit mixture to lightly coat the ingredients with flavor.
- Add Arugula and Final Dressing: Stir in the baby arugula gently to combine, ensuring the greens are evenly mixed in. Then add the remaining dressing gradually, adjusting to taste for desired flavor intensity and spice.
Notes
- Use ripe peaches and fresh watermelon for the best sweetness and texture.
- If you prefer less heat, reduce the jalapeño quantity or remove seeds before mincing.
- Feta cheese adds a salty contrast; substitute with a vegan cheese alternative for a dairy-free version.
- This salad is best served immediately to maintain freshness and crispness.
- Can be prepared ahead but add arugula just before serving to avoid wilting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
