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Fresh Watermelon Feta Mint Salad with Balsamic Glaze

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A refreshing and easy summer salad combining sweet watermelon, salty feta, fresh mint, and a tangy balsamic glaze. Perfect for hot days and gatherings, this salad is quick to prepare and full of vibrant flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped or torn
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic glaze
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional: thinly sliced red onion
  • Optional: toasted pine nuts or walnuts
  • Optional: arugula or baby spinach as a leafy base

Instructions

  1. Cut about 4 cups (600 g) of seedless watermelon into bite-sized cubes. Remove rind and pat dry if too watery.
  2. Rinse and gently pat dry about 1/4 cup (10 g) of fresh mint leaves. Tear or chop roughly to release aroma.
  3. Measure 1 cup (150 g) of feta cheese and crumble if not pre-crumbled.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons (45 ml) balsamic glaze, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil, and 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lime juice. Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine watermelon cubes, crumbled feta, and mint leaves. Drizzle dressing over and toss gently with salad servers or tongs to coat evenly without breaking watermelon.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed. Add optional thin slices of red onion or toasted pine nuts for extra flavor and crunch.
  7. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours. Avoid longer storage to keep watermelon crisp.

Notes

Pat watermelon cubes dry to prevent sogginess. Toss salad gently to avoid crushing watermelon. Lime juice in dressing is optional but brightens flavors. Store leftovers covered in refrigerator up to 2 days but best fresh. For vegan version, substitute feta with vegan cheese or marinated tofu. Homemade balsamic glaze can be made by reducing balsamic vinegar with honey until syrupy.

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Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, mint salad, balsamic glaze, summer salad, easy salad, refreshing salad, healthy salad

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