Description
A crisp and refreshing watermelon salad with salty feta cheese, cool cucumber, fresh mint, and a light citrus dressing perfect for warm weather meals.
Ingredients
- 6 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 1 cucumber, sliced or diced
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice or lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place the cubed watermelon and cucumber into a large serving bowl.
- Add the thinly sliced red onion and chopped fresh mint.
- Gently crumble the feta cheese over the salad.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice or lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine without breaking the watermelon.
- Chill the salad for a few minutes before serving for the best flavor and freshness.
Notes
- Fresh block feta cheese provides the creamiest texture and best flavor.
- Blueberries or strawberries can be added for extra sweetness and color.
- Toasted almonds or pistachios add delicious crunch.
- Basil can be substituted for mint for a different herbal flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- This salad is best served fresh and chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
