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Watermelon and Avocado Salad with Feta and Basil

This dish consists of juicy, ripe watermelon slices topped with creamy avocado, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh basil leaves. The salad is assembled with minimal processing, highlighting the natural sweetness and mild earthiness of the ingredients, resulting in a light and colorful final presentation with contrasting textures of crisp fruit and smooth avocado.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups watermelon, diced preferably seedless
  • 2 avocados ripe avocados halved and pitted
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled preferably feta or a similar salty cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves chopped or torn
  • to taste salt and pepper for seasoning

Equipment

  • Sharp Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Spoon
  • Serving plate

Method
 

  1. Slice the ripe avocados in half lengthwise, remove the pits, and use a spoon to scoop out the flesh into a bowl. Mash gently with a fork until creamy but still slightly chunky.
    1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  2. Arrange the diced watermelon evenly on a large serving plate or platter, forming a base layer. Ensure the pieces are arranged without overlapping excessively.
    4 cups watermelon, diced
  3. Use a spoon to dollop spoonfuls of mashed avocado over the watermelon slices randomly, creating a layered contrast of colors and textures.
    1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  4. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the salad, distributing it to add a salty, creamy element. Follow with the chopped basil leaves for freshness.
    1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  5. Finish by seasoning the salad with a light pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors and vibrant textures.
    to taste salt and pepper