Refreshing Watermelon Feta Salad with Mint
A vibrant and refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon cubes, tangy feta cheese, and fresh mint leaves, drizzled with olive oil and lime juice for a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and herbaceous flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups watermelon, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- Pinch of sea salt, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (optional)
- Optional add-ins: thinly sliced red onion or cucumber, toasted pistachios
Instructions
- Rinse the watermelon under cold water and pat dry. Cut into 1-inch cubes, removing any seeds.
- Crumble feta cheese by hand or with a fork. Let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes for creamier texture.
- Rinse and roughly chop fresh mint leaves.
- In a mixing bowl, gently combine watermelon cubes, crumbled feta, and chopped mint. Toss lightly to keep watermelon intact.
- Drizzle olive oil and lime juice over the salad. Sprinkle sea salt and black pepper on top.
- Gently toss the salad again to evenly distribute the dressing and aroma.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or lime juice if needed.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving for best flavor, or serve immediately.
Notes
Use firm, seedless watermelon to avoid sogginess. Crumble feta fresh for creamier texture. Toss gently to keep watermelon cubes intact. Prepare close to serving time or keep dressing separate if making ahead. Drain watermelon if too watery. Lime zest can be added for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 8.5
- Saturated Fat: 3.5
- Carbohydrates: 9
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4.5
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