Description
A vibrant and refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon, creamy feta, and fresh herbs. Optional red onion and cucumber add extra crunch. Perfect for warm days and light meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups of cubed watermelon (seedless preferred)
- 1 cup of feta cheese, crumbled or cubed
- 1/4 cup of fresh mint or basil leaves, chopped
- 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1/2 cup of cucumber slices (optional)
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of lime juice or balsamic glaze
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cube the watermelon into bite-sized pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.
- Add feta cheese (either crumbled or in small cubes).
- Chop the fresh mint or basil and sprinkle over the salad.
- Optional: Add thin slices of red onion and cucumber for extra crunch.
- Drizzle with olive oil and either lime juice or balsamic glaze.
- Season lightly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Toss gently to combine, being careful not to mash the feta.
- Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.
Notes
To enhance flavor, chill the watermelon beforehand and serve cold. Use basil for a twist on the traditional mint version.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg