Watermelon Peach Salad

Ingredients (serves 6)

• 1 small seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes or scoop into small balls
• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 4 tablespoons torn mint plus extra for garnish
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
• 1 sheet fresh feta cheese, cut into 1/2 cubes (about 1/2 cup once cubed)
• 2 yellow peaches, sliced
• 3 Persian cucumbers, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds

For the Vinaigrette

• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Directions

1. Combine the watermelon, shallots, and mint in a large bowl with the olive oil. Season the mixture with salt and pepper and toss to combine. Transfer to a fridge and let marinate for at least 1 hour, up to 3 hours.
2. Remove from the fridge and add the sliced peaches, cubed feta, and cucumbers and toss to combine. Transfer to a serving platter, drizzle with the vinaigrette and season with salt, pepper and extra mint.
3. In a small bowl whisk together the vinaigrette ingredients and drizzle over the salad. Season to taste, and adjust as needed.

Recipe courtesy of What's Gaby Cooking.