Strawberry Watermelon Honey Lime Vinaigrette (Printable)

Refreshing summer blend of sweet strawberries and juicy watermelon with tangy honey lime dressing

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 3 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
02 - 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
03 - ½ cup fresh blueberries (optional)
04 - ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped

→ Honey Lime Vinaigrette

05 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
06 - 1 tablespoon honey
07 - 1 teaspoon lime zest
08 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
09 - Pinch of sea salt

→ Optional Topping

10 - ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (omit for vegan/dairy-free option)

# Directions:

01 - In a large salad bowl, combine the cubed watermelon, sliced strawberries, blueberries (if using), and chopped mint.
02 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lime juice, honey, lime zest, olive oil, and a pinch of sea salt until well combined.
03 - Pour the honey lime vinaigrette over the fruit and gently toss to coat all the pieces evenly.
04 - If desired, sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese just before serving.
05 - Serve immediately, or chill for up to 1 hour for a colder salad.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The honey lime dressing wakes up the natural sweetness of the fruit without being cloying or artificial tasting
  • It comes together in literally fifteen minutes but looks like something from a fancy farm to table restaurant
  • You can prep everything ahead and the fruit actually gets better after sitting in the dressing for an hour
02 -
  • The salt in the vinaigrette is not optional, it is what makes the fruit flavors pop and balances the honey
  • Do not add the feta cheese until right before serving or it will become watery and unappealing
  • This salad does not keep well overnight, the fruit breaks down and releases too much liquid
03 -
  • Invest in a good quality olive oil because you can really taste it in such a simple recipe
  • Let the vinaigrette sit for five minutes before dressing to allow the honey to fully dissolve

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