Description

This refreshing summer salad features juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, fresh herbs, and creamy feta, all brought together with a sweet and tangy honey-lime dressing. Perfect as a side dish or light appetizer.

Ingredients

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4 cups cubed watermelon
1 English cucumber (or 2 small Persian cucumbers), sliced
½ cup feta cheese, crumbled (preferably block feta in brine)
15 fresh mint leaves, chopped
10–15 basil leaves, torn
For the Honey-Lime Dressing:
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Pinch of kosher salt

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Instructions

Prepare the Produce: Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes. Slice the cucumber. Chop the mint and tear the basil leaves.
Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, olive oil, and a pinch of salt.
Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine watermelon, cucumber, mint, and basil. Drizzle the dressing evenly over the top.
Toss Gently: Toss the ingredients carefully to combine, being cautious not to break the watermelon cubes.
Finish and Serve: Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the salad. Serve immediately for the freshest texture and flavor.

Notes

For best results, use cold, seedless watermelon and block feta in brine. You can add arugula or toasted nuts for extra complexity. Serve within 30 minutes of tossing for optimal texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-cook
Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 160
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: undefined
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: undefined