Description
A refreshing and easy summer side salad combining juicy watermelon, tangy feta cheese, and fresh mint with a light lime dressing. Perfect for hot days and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup crumbled full-fat feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped or whole
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Pinch of sea salt, if needed
- Optional: thinly sliced red onions
- Optional: splash of balsamic glaze or sprinkle of chili flakes
Instructions
- Cut about 4 cups (600g) of seedless watermelon into 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes using a sharp knife. Transfer the cubes into a large mixing bowl.
- Rinse about 1/4 cup (15g) of fresh mint leaves, pat dry, and roughly chop or leave some leaves whole. Add the mint to the watermelon in the bowl.
- Measure 1 cup (150g) of feta cheese and crumble it evenly over the watermelon and mint.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of fresh lime juice and 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of extra virgin olive oil. Add a pinch of sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
- Pour the dressing over the watermelon, feta, and mint. Gently toss everything together with a large spoon or salad tongs, taking care not to mash the watermelon.
- Let the salad sit in the fridge for at least 10 minutes to allow flavors to mingle and chill. Serve cold as a refreshing side dish.
Notes
If watermelon is too watery, drain excess juice before assembling to avoid sogginess. Add olive oil after chilling to keep flavors bright. Toss gently to avoid crushing watermelon cubes. Can be made a few hours ahead and kept chilled. For vegan version, substitute feta with plant-based cheese or toasted nuts.
- Prep Time: 14 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
Keywords: watermelon salad, feta cheese, mint, summer salad, refreshing side, easy salad, healthy salad, gluten-free, vegetarian