Description
This Feta Watermelon Cucumber Salad is a refreshing, light dish perfect for warm weather. Combining sweet, juicy watermelon with crisp cucumber, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty mint lime dressing, this Mediterranean-inspired salad offers a vibrant and satisfying flavor combination. It’s quick to prepare, requires no cooking, and makes an excellent side dish for any meal or a healthy snack.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 3 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 1 ½ cups cucumber, sliced and halved
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- â…› teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad Components: In a large bowl, gently combine the cubed watermelon, sliced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped fresh mint leaves to blend the fresh flavors evenly.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well emulsified to create a bright and tangy dressing.
- Toss the Salad: Drizzle the dressing over the watermelon and cucumber mixture, then toss lightly to coat all ingredients with the dressing without bruising the delicate watermelon cubes.
- Add Feta and Serve: Sprinkle the crumbled feta evenly over the top of the salad just before serving to maintain its crumbly texture and fresh flavor. The salad can be served immediately or chilled for up to 2 hours to enhance the flavors.
Notes
- Use cold, ripe watermelon for the best sweetness and juiciness.
- English or Persian cucumbers are ideal for their crisp texture and mild flavor.
- You can substitute fresh basil leaves for mint for a different herbal note.
- Add arugula for a peppery bite and extra greens.
