+'I made Princess Kate's favourite salad and one ingredient was very surprising'

When you think of salads, leafy greens and vegetables probably come to mind first. But what if you could elevate your salad game with a surprising fruit that is not only hydrating and refreshing but also deliciously sweet? Enter the watermelon salad-a balance of flavours and textures that can transform a normal dish into something extraordinary.

Princess Kate's seriously refreshing salad features avocado, feta cheese, cucumber, fresh mint - and one key ingredient, watermelon.

This versatile fruit is rich in vitamins and antioxidants, making it a staple for an end-of-summer dish and a family-friendly choice.

Nutrition experts at Barbend previously told Express.co.uk Princess Kate tends to favour fresh and organic food choices when she can. They explained: "Kate favours organic foods for lunch and incorporates as many raw ingredients as possible."

They added: "Watermelon salads are a staple of Kate's lunches, and include juicy pink watermelon mixed with avocado, onion, cucumber, and feta cheese - the perfect mix of sweet and savoury."

While royal chefs are typically responsible for daily meals and banquets, it is rumoured Kate is known to take a hands-on approach in the kitchen, particularly when it comes to cooking for her children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.

The surprising blend of flavours creates a more-ish taste and texture, and the mint adds a bitter edge to the salad. The salad features a combination of juicy watermelon chunks, crumbly feta cheese, fresh mint leaves, avocado and cucumber as the main ingredients - all of which create a balance of sweet, salty, and tangy flavours.

The simplicity of the recipe allows the natural freshness of the ingredients to shine, making it a perfect dish for your final outdoor summer picnic, or to enjoy at home with loved ones.

Here's how you can recreate Princess Kate's watermelon salad:

Ingredients:

• one baby watermelon
• 1/2 block of crumbled feta
• cucumber
• avocado
• a handful of mint leaves
• olive oil
• salt, to taste

Method

Ensure that the avocado, cucumber, and watermelon are diced to a similar size for a consistent texture throughout the salad, and add all the ingredients to a large glass bowl.

Toss together gently and add the mint and olive oil and combine all the ingredients. Be careful not to mash the avocado or watermelon pieces as you mix.
Once everything is well-mixed taste the salad and add more salt if needed, and present in a large salad bowl.

It seems even in the most royal of households, simple pleasures like a watermelon salad can bring joy and nourishment to the table.

Beyond water, watermelon is loaded with essential nutrients. It's rich in vitamins A and C, which support skin health and the immune system, and contains antioxidants which are said to help reduce inflammation and support heart health.

If you haven't yet tried a watermelon salad, now is the time. Whether you're looking for something healthy, simple, or unique, this refreshing dish is sure to win you over-one juicy bite at a time.