Description
Watermelon Salad with Goat Cheese & Pecans is a refreshing summer dish that combines the sweetness of ripe watermelon with creamy goat cheese and crunchy toasted pecans. Perfect for picnics or barbecues, this vibrant salad is not only visually appealing but also easy to prepare. Drizzled with balsamic glaze and garnished with fresh mint, it offers a delightful contrast of flavors and textures that will impress your guests and elevate any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups ripe watermelon, cubed
- 4 oz fresh goat cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup pecans, toasted
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Cube the watermelon into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
- Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Crumble the goat cheese into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the watermelon, goat cheese, chopped mint, and toasted pecans. Toss gently to mix.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the salad and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 135mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg