Description
A colorful and refreshing summer salad featuring juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, creamy feta, fresh herbs, and a zesty lime-garlic dressing. Perfect for hot days and gatherings.
Ingredients
🔹 For the Salad: • 5 cups cubed seedless watermelon • 1 cup diced English cucumber • ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion • ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese • 1 avocado*, cubed (optional) • ⅓ cup torn mint or basil leaves • ½* jalapeño or serrano pepper, thinly sliced (optional for heat) 🔹 For the Dressing: • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice • ½ garlic clove*, minced • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
1. **Prepare the Dressing:** In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, and sea salt. 2. **Combine the Base Ingredients:** In a large mixing bowl or serving platter, add the cubed watermelon, cucumber, and red onion. 3. **Add Toppings:** Gently fold in the avocado, feta cheese, and fresh herbs. 4. **Dress the Salad:** Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Add sliced peppers if using. 5. **Final Touch:** Lightly toss to combine, or keep layered for a beautiful presentation. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
For a twist, swap lime for lemon juice or add arugula for extra bite. Best served fresh. Avoid storing after mixing to preserve texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad / Side dish
- Method: Fresh / Tossed
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg