Description
Celebrate summer with this vibrant Fresh Watermelon Mozzarella Salad, a delightful mix of juicy watermelon and creamy mozzarella that captures the essence of the season. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light meal, this salad is topped with peppery watercress, fragrant basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze for an irresistible flavor combination. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, it’s not just delicious; it’s also packed with nutrients. Impress your friends and family with this colorful dish that’s sure to brighten any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 seedless watermelon slabs (1 inch thick)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella ball
- 1 cup watercress
- 6 basil leaves
- 2 tbsp pine nuts
- Balsamic glaze (for drizzling)
- Olive oil (for drizzling)
- Flaky sea salt (to taste)
- 1 lime (cut into quarters)
Instructions
- Cut the mozzarella into 10 slices and set aside.
- On a serving plate, layer one watermelon slab.
- Top with 5 mozzarella slices, followed by 1/2 cup of watercress and 3 basil leaves.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze and olive oil around the plate; add more on top if desired.
- Sprinkle with pine nuts and flaky sea salt; place lime wedges on the side.
- Repeat steps for the second serving. Squeeze lime juice over the salad before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking involved
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Half salad
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg