I will often make this salad TWO times a weeks in the summers! The combination of the flavors of the lemon, onion, mint, watermelon, feta cheese, olive oil, and sea salt & pepper offers a MOUTH FULL of an euphoric taste that leaves you drooling for more. This salad is simple to make and offers an array of health benefits.
Health Benefits of Watermelon
Watermelon being a great source of vitamin C, it is high in lycopene which is known to be good for disease prevention. Also contains vitamin A, B1, B6, potassium, magnesium and biotin.
Health Benefits of Onions
Raw onions encourages the production of good cholesterol, assists in regulating blood sugar, and improves the working of vitamin C in your body. The quercetin in onions is known to assist in preventing cancer and consumes free radicals reducing your risk of gastric ulcers.
Health Benefits of Mint
Some of the enzymes found in fresh mint leaf is known to help fight cancer cells, mint also aids in digestion.
Health Benefits of Feta
Feta cheese is rich in calcium.
Health Benefits of Olive Oil
Olive oil is healthy fat good for your brain health, improves your good cholesterol and protects against cancer.
Health Benefits of Lemon
Lemon is a good source of vitamin C and aids in digestion.
Many health benefits and rich in nutrients, can’t beat that!
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