Description

A refreshing and easy summer salad made with sweet watermelon, salty feta cheese, crisp cucumber, and fresh mint, tossed with a light lime-olive oil dressing. Perfect for barbecues, dinners, or any warm-weather gathering.

Ingredients

4 cups cubed watermelon (about 1/4 of a medium watermelon)

1 large cucumber, diced

6 oz feta cheese, crumbled

1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Optional: 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts

Optional: 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced

Optional: 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped

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Instructions

Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes and place them in a fine-mesh strainer to drain for about 10 minutes.
Dice the cucumber into pieces similar in size to the watermelon cubes.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, and kosher salt to make the dressing.
In a large bowl, gently combine the watermelon, cucumber, and crumbled feta.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Add the chopped mint (and optional basil or red onion if using) and toss again.
Let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

Use a block of feta for best texture and flavor.
Letting the watermelon drain prevents a watery salad.
This salad is best served within a few hours of preparation.
Add arugula or rocket for a peppery twist.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 180
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 370mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 20mg