Fresh Watermelon Feta Salad
A light and refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon, salty feta, and fresh mint with a zesty lime dressing. Perfect for quick meals or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 fresh lime
- Pinch of sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: thinly sliced red onion or a handful of toasted pine nuts
Instructions
- Cut off the rind and cube about 4 cups (approximately 600g) of watermelon into bite-sized pieces. Keep watermelon cold but not icy.
- Crumble 1 cup (about 150g) of firm feta cheese gently with fingers or a fork, keeping noticeable chunks.
- Roughly chop 1/4 cup (about 10g) of fresh mint leaves, avoiding over-chopping to prevent bitterness.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons (30ml) extra virgin olive oil with juice of 1 lime. Add a pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine watermelon cubes, crumbled feta, and chopped mint. Drizzle dressing over and gently toss to coat evenly without mashing ingredients.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately or chill for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use ripe watermelon with deep red flesh for best sweetness. Keep ingredients cold until mixing to maintain texture. Toss gently to avoid bruising watermelon and feta. Add mint just before serving to preserve freshness. Adjust lime juice and salt to taste. Optional add-ins include red onion, toasted pine nuts, or substitute herbs like basil or cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup salad
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Protein: 4
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