Description
This refreshing watermelon salad with feta and mint is a vibrant summer dish bursting with sweet, salty, and herbaceous flavors. It’s easy to prepare, beautiful to serve, and perfect for picnics, BBQs, or light lunches.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
- Chill the watermelon in the fridge before starting.
- In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the cubed watermelon, crumbled feta, and torn mint leaves.
- Drizzle olive oil and lime juice over the mixture.
- Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper to taste.
- Toss gently to combine, being careful not to mash the watermelon.
- Let the salad sit for 5 minutes for the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled, garnished with a few extra mint leaves if desired.
Notes
- Use chilled serving plates for extra refreshment.
- For a spicy twist, add thinly sliced jalapeños.
- Substitute basil for mint if desired.
- Block feta in brine offers the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: watermelon salad, feta mint salad, summer salad, easy watermelon recipe, picnic side dish