Watermelon Feta Mint Salad

This watermelon feta mint salad is a perfect blend of sweet, salty, and fresh that elevates the humble watermelon to gourmet status with minimal effort. Juicy watermelon cubes, crumbled feta, and fragrant mint come together with a splash of lime juice for a salad that's not only vibrant and hydrating but also offers a sophisticated flavor profile that will impress at any gathering.

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Course: Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Keyword: Watermelon, Feta, Mint, Summer Salad, Refreshing

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 0

Chilling Time: 30

Total Time: 45

Servings: servings

Calories: 165kcal

Equipment

Large bowl
Cutting Board
Knife
Whisk

Ingredients

6 cups watermelon cubed (about ½ medium watermelon)
1 cup feta cheese crumbled
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves chopped
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 lime juiced
1 tbsp honey optional
1/4 tsp sea salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/4 small red onion thinly sliced (optional)

Instructions

Select a ripe, sweet watermelon and cut it into approximately 1-inch cubes. Remove any seeds you encounter.
Whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey (if using), salt, and pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
In a large bowl, gently toss the watermelon cubes with the dressing.
Add the crumbled feta, chopped mint leaves, and red onion (if using). Fold carefully to avoid crushing the watermelon.
For the best flavor development, refrigerate the salad for about 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Chilling the watermelon before cutting not only makes it more refreshing but also helps maintain structural integrity when mixing.

For optimal freshness, store the salad components separately if preparing more than 2 hours in advance.

Fresh-crumbled feta from a block contains less anti-caking agents and offers superior flavor and texture compared to pre-crumbled varieties.

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