Tomato and Watermelon Salad with Whipped Feta

PREP 15 minutes
COOK TIME n/a
SERVES 4-6

Tomato Watermelon Salad 1 1 Scaled 880x625 Acf Cropped 880x625 Acf Cropped

Functional Foods Highlight

Watermelon: Made up of 92% water which makes it super hydrating but it’s also packed with tons of vitamins and nutrients.

Watermelon has more lycopene than any other fruit or vegetable, this antioxidant is not only cancer preventing but also gives watermelon that beautiful red hue!

It’s also high in vitamin C which helps support immune function as well as collagen production. This is great for keeping our skin healthy and eyesight sharp.

There is something really special about certain fruits when you add salt to them. This is absolutely the case with watermelon and tomatoes and why this salad is so delicious! Instead of using chunks of feta in this salad we've turned it into a creamy spread, making this recipe a more elevated version of the summer classic we all know and love.

Food Farmacy

4 cups watermelon, cut into roughly 1/2 inch cubes
2 medium/ large heirloom tomatoes, cut into roughly 1/2 inch pieces
2 Tbl. good extra virgin olive oil
1 Tbl. red wine vinegar
1 small shallot, sliced
salt + pepper
8oz. greek yogurt (no sugar added)
80z. feta cheese
fresh mint (for garnish)

Directions

For the Salad

Combine tomatoes, watermelon and shallots into a large bowl
Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar and season with salt and pepper
Gently toss and set aside while preparing feta spread

For the Whipped Feta

Using a food processor (or by hand) mix together yogurt and feta until smooth

To plate:

Spread whipped feta on the bottom of your dish
Top with Tomato & Watermelon Salad
Finish with a handful of fresh mint

Tomato Watermelon Salad Scaled 586x745 Acf Cropped

From the Chef:

I recommend enjoying this salad soon after making it! If you have leftovers store in an airtight container in the fridge to have the next day!

Also, for those who find feta too salty, you can substitute it with goat cheese for a more mild flavor!

From the Doctor:

Add more nutrients to this dish by adding in some leafy greens. Spinach, arugula and even kale make great additions to this recipe!

Sources

Previous Veggie-Heavy Turkey Burgers

Next Summer Squash Bread

most popular recipes


Tomato and Watermelon Salad with Whipped Feta PREP 15 minutes COOK TIME SERVES 4-6 Food Farmacy 4 cups watermelon, cut into roughly 1/2 inch cubes 2 medium/ large heirloom tomatoes, cut into roughly 1/2 inch pieces 2 Tbl. good extra virgin olive oil 1 Tbl. red wine vinegar 1 small shallot, sliced salt + pepper 8oz. greek yogurt (no sugar added) 80z. feta cheese fresh mint (for garnish)	There is something really special about certain fruits when you add salt to them. This is absolutely the case with watermelon and tomatoes and why this salad is so delicious! Instead of using chunks of feta in this salad we've turned it into a creamy spread, making this recipe a more elevated version of the summer classic we all know and love.
Directions
For the salad: Combine tomatoes, watermelon, shallots into a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil, vinegar and salt and pepper. For the whipped feta: Using a food processor mix together feta and yogurt until smooth To plate: smear feta spread on the bottom of your dish and top with tomato and watermelon salad. Garnish with fresh mint.