Description
A refreshing and light Watermelon Salad with Cucumber and Feta, perfectly blended with a zesty lime and fresh mint dressing. This easy-to-make salad combines juicy watermelon cubes, crisp cucumber, and creamy feta cheese, making it a perfect summer dish or side salad.
Ingredients
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Dressing
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint, plus more for garnish (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt, or to taste
- 1 pinch black pepper, or to taste
Salad
- 3 cups cubed watermelon
- 1 cup quartered cucumber
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese, plus more for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, chopped fresh mint, lime juice, fine sea salt, and black pepper until the oil and lime juice have thoroughly combined to create a flavorful dressing.
- Add salad ingredients: Add the cubed watermelon, quartered cucumber, and crumbled feta cheese to the bowl containing the dressing. Using a spatula, gently toss all ingredients together until they are evenly coated with the dressing, taking care not to break up the watermelon or feta.
- Serve: Transfer the salad to a serving dish if desired, garnish with additional fresh mint and feta cheese, and serve immediately for the freshest taste and texture.
Notes
- Use seedless watermelon for easier preparation and a better eating experience.
- Adjust salt and lime juice to taste depending on sweetness of the watermelon.
- For added crunch, you can include a handful of toasted pine nuts or walnuts.
- This salad is best served fresh; prepare shortly before serving.
- To make it vegan, omit the feta or substitute with a plant-based cheese alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg