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Peach and Watermelon Summer Salad

This salad combines ripe peaches and juicy watermelon sliced into bite-sized pieces, layered with a light sprinkle of salt and a squeeze of lime. The fruits are served raw, with a focus on their natural textures and flavors, resulting in a refreshing, slightly juicy salad with contrasting soft and firm textures.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ripe peaches pitted and sliced
  • 3 cups watermelon seedless, cubed
  • 1 teaspoon salt preferably sea salt or flaky salt
  • 2 limes lime juice freshly squeezed

Equipment

  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Slice the peaches into thin, even wedges using the chef's knife on the cutting board. Arrange the slices in a large mixing bowl.
    2 ripe peaches
  2. Cut the watermelon into seedless cubes, approximately 1-inch wide, and add them to the bowl with the peaches.
    2 ripe peaches
  3. Sprinkle the teaspoon of salt evenly over the fruit mixture, then squeeze the juice of two limes directly over the fruit using a citrus press or by hand.
    2 ripe peaches
  4. Gently toss the fruit with a large spoon or salad tongs until the salt and lime juice are evenly distributed, and the fruits begin to release some juice.
  5. Allow the salad to sit for 5 minutes at room temperature to let flavors meld and juices to combine, then give it a final gentle toss before serving.
  6. Serve the salad directly from the bowl, with visible glistening fruit and a light sprinkling of salt on top for presentation.