Tips for the Best Watermelon Salad

Use Chilled Fruit
Cold fruit makes the salad far more refreshing, especially during warm weather. Add the Feta Last
Adding the feta towards the end prevents it from breaking down too much during mixing. Dress Just Before Serving
This helps maintain the texture of the fruit and prevents excess liquid from collecting in the bowl. Use Ripe Fruit
The quality of the fruit is what makes this salad shine, so choose ripe, in season produce whenever possible.

Variations

Watermelon Berry Salad with Halloumi
Swap the feta for grilled halloumi for a more substantial salad. Spicy Watermelon Salad
Increase the Aleppo pepper or add finely sliced green chilli. Add Kiwi
Kiwi is an excellent addition to this salad. Vegan Watermelon Salad
Omit the feta or replace it with a plant-based alternative. Stone Fruit Watermelon Salad
Add nectarines, apricots or plums alongside the peaches.

Home Made Quick Pickled Onions

Lime-Pickled Red Onions Ingredients

• 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
• 120 ml (½ cup) fresh lime juice
• 60 ml (¼ cup) water
• 1 teaspoon fine salt

Instructions

1. Place the sliced onion in a jar or non-reactive container.
2. Whisk together the lime juice, water and salt.
3. Pour over the onions and toss to coat.
4. Let sit for 30 minutes at room temperature, or refrigerate for 1–2 hours for a stronger pickle.
5. Store in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Home Made Honey Roast Pecans or Nuts

Ingredients

• 450 g (1 lb) pecan halves
• 80 ml (⅓ cup) honey
• 2 tablespoon sugar (white or brown)
• 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
• ¼ teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F).
2. Line a baking tray with baking paper.
3. Warm the honey for 20–30 seconds in the microwave until pourable.
4. Toss the pecans with the warm honey until evenly coated.
5. Spread in a single layer on the baking tray.
6. Bake for 6 minutes, stir, then bake for another 6 minutes.
7. Let cool for 5 minutes.
8. Sprinkle with the sugar, salt, and cinnamon, tossing gently to coat.
9. Cool completely (about 30–45 minutes) before serving or storing in an airtight container.

What to Serve with Summer Berry Watermelon Salad

This salad makes an excellent side at a BBQ, with mains like:

• Adana Kebab
• Chicken Shawarma
• Shawarma Roast Chicken
• Harissa Chicken

My Favourite Combination Serve alongside doner kebab, vermicelli rice and garlic yoghurt for a vibrant summer meal packed with fresh flavours.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. The fruit will naturally release some liquid over time, so this salad is best enjoyed on the day it's is made.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Make This Salad Ahead?
You can prepare all the ingredients ahead of time, but it's best assembled and dressed just before serving. Can I Use Frozen Berries?
Fresh berries are recommended as frozen berries release too much liquid when thawed. What Can I Use Instead of Feta?
Grilled halloumi or a vegan feta alternative all work well. Can I Make It Vegan?
Yes. Simply omit the feta and replace the honey with maple syrup.

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