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Watermelon basil salad

Watermelon Basil Salad

This refreshing Watermelon Basil Salad combines the juiciness of watermelon, the subtle tanginess of lemon juice, the aromatic freshness of basil, and a hint of chili powder's kick.
5 from 38 votes
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 47kcal
Author :Laura Lynch

Ingredients

  • 4 cups (608 g) watermelon cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 2 teaspoons (7 ml) lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup (6 g) fresh basil leaves chiffonade
  • 1/4 teaspoon (0.5 g) chili powder mild to hot
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1.5 g) salt

Instructions

  • Add the watermelon cubes to a large serving bowl. Spritz the lemon juice over the watermelon and stir or toss to mix.
  • Sprinkle on the chiffonade basil, salt and chili powder. Toss to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or longer to marinate.

Nutrition

Calories: 47kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 149mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 981IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 0.4mg

The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.