Watermelon Salad with Feta, Walnut & Nigella Seeds

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
20%
Watermelon Salad with Feta, Walnut & Nigella Seeds
25 min.
6
334kcal

Suggestions

This watermelon salad with feta, walnut, and nigella seeds is a refreshing and unique dish that's perfect for summer. It's a wonderful combination of sweet, salty, and crunchy, with a hint of spice from the nigella seeds. The walnuts add a nice earthy flavor and a satisfying crunch, while the feta provides a creamy, salty contrast to the sweet watermelon. The mint leaves give it a fresh, summery feel, and the nigella seeds add a subtle onion-like flavor with a hint of bitterness. This salad is not only delicious but also nutritious, offering a good source of protein, healthy fats, and antioxidants. It's a great choice for a light lunch or as a side dish at your next barbecue. The recipe is simple and versatile, so you can easily adapt it to your taste. You can also add other ingredients, such as arugula, balsamic vinegar, or a drizzle of honey, to create your own twist. So, if you're looking for a tasty and healthy dish to impress your family and friends, this watermelon salad is definitely worth trying!

Ingredients

  • cup walnut halves 
  • lb watermelon 
  • oz feta cheese 
  • sprigs mint leaves 
  • tsp nigella seeds 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Soak walnuts in hot water for five minutes in a bowl. Rinse and cover with cold water and a pinch of salt.
  2. Let stand for a few minutes (it can soak for as long as half a day and will get even better with longer soaking). Rinse and drain.
  3. Cut your watermelon into cubes or use a spoon to scoop out the red flesh and put in a bowl.Cube or crumble the cheese over the watermelon.
  4. Add the walnut pieces and garnish with mint leaves.Put your nigella seeds in a small pan and toast briefly on medium heat until fragrant.
  5. Sprinkle seeds on the salad and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Calories334kcal
Protein11.36%
Fat52.22%
Carbs36.42%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.28
Glycemic Load
20.8
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
16.277391304348%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.53mg
Eriodictyol
0.15mg
Hesperetin
0.05mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
1.8mg
Kaempferol
1.7mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:333.85kcal
16.69%
Fat:20.8g
32%
Saturated Fat:5.71g
35.68%
Carbohydrates:32.64g
10.88%
Net Carbohydrates:29.71g
10.8%
Sugar:23.96g
26.62%
Cholesterol:29.44mg
9.81%
Sodium:381.37mg
16.58%
Protein:10.18g
20.35%
Vitamin A:2315.5IU
46.31%
Manganese:0.82mg
41.23%
Vitamin C:31.03mg
37.61%
Copper:0.48mg
24.05%
Vitamin B2:0.39mg
22.89%
Phosphorus:220.88mg
22.09%
Calcium:209.84mg
20.98%
Vitamin B6:0.42mg
20.78%
Magnesium:75.29mg
18.82%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.17%
Potassium:532.7mg
15.22%
Zinc:1.94mg
12.92%
Vitamin B5:1.27mg
12.68%
Fiber:2.94g
11.75%
Selenium:7.43µg
10.61%
Folate:41.6µg
10.4%
Iron:1.72mg
9.53%
Vitamin B12:0.56µg
9.32%
Vitamin B3:1.23mg
6.14%
Vitamin E:0.39mg
2.57%
Vitamin K:1.5µg
1.43%
Source:Foodista