Monday, July 2, 2012

Red, White & Blue, the Perfect Salad for the 4th


For me, one of my favorite things about summer,
is the watermelon.


I like to keep it cut into bite sized chunks
in the refrigerator all during the season.
It's the perfect snack,
side with a sandwich for lunch,
or even for dessert.


When buying watermelon, did you know
you should look for a lighter colored area
somewhere on it?
That's a good indication it has ripened in the field.
Also, opt for the heaviest one you can get.

In additon to the uses above,
you can make a pretty salad for your
4th of July table.

Watermelon, Blueberry and Feta Cheese Salad


In a large bowl, mix together:
2 cups watermelon, cubed
1 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen
1/2 small onion, chopped

Shake together in a small jar,
juice of 1 lemon,
2T. extra virgin olive oil

Pour over and toss with the watermelon.
Sprinkle 2 oz. crumbled feta cheese
Handful of fresh basil, thinly sliced
over the top.


(The blueberries are all hiding!)

Happy 4th of July!

This week I'm linking with
Tasty Tuesdays at 33 Shades of Green
Wow Us Wednesdays at Savvy Southern Style
Foodie Friday at Rattlebridge Farm

6 comments:

Sunflowers With Smiles said...

This sounds refreshing! I never heard of this type of salad. I love watermelon and all the other ingredients that are included in it. Would you recommend a sweet onion?

Happy 4th!

Linda said...

Thank you for the tips AND recipe!!
In my younger days I could eat a half watermelon by myself!
Did you ever eat yellow meated watermelons? They are delicious but I haven't had one in years. Maybe they don't grown them like they used to.
Happy FOURTH!

Tanna said...

Perfect colors for a Fourth of July salad and sounds soooo good. Thank you, Susan! blessings ~ tanna

NanaDiana said...

What a great sounding salad. I would never think to do that- We love watermelon, too. xo Diana

Lucky Lindey said...

Salad recipe looks awesome! Must try it out.

Pam - @diy Design Fanatic said...

Watermelon is my favorite fruit in summer. Your salad looks wonderful. Stopping by from Wow Us Wednesday.

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