Keto Refreshing Watermelon and Feta Salad
Brighten up your keto menu with this irresistible Keto Refreshing Watermelon and Feta Salad, a low-carb twist on a classic summer favorite! Juicy, bite-sized watermelon cubes are paired with creamy feta cheese, crisp cucumber slices, and fragrant fresh mint for a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and herbaceous flavors. A zesty lime and extra virgin olive oil dressing ties everything together, while a touch of sea salt and black pepper enhances every bite. This quick and easy no-cook salad, ready in just 15 minutes, is ideal for a light lunch, a side dish, or an elegant addition to your next barbecue or picnic. Serve it chilled for a refreshing, keto-friendly treat that’s bursting with vibrant colors and bold flavors.
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Ingredients
- 680 grams watermelon
- 200 grams feta cheese
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes, discarding the rind, and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Crumble the feta cheese over the watermelon cubes.
Step 3
Peel the cucumber, slice it in half lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds with a spoon. Cut the cucumber into half-moon slices and add them to the bowl with watermelon and feta.
Step 4
Roughly chop the fresh mint leaves and sprinkle them over the watermelon mixture.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil and lime juice until well combined. Season with sea salt and black pepper.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the watermelon salad and gently toss all ingredients together until everything is well coated.
Step 7
Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or individual plates.
Step 8
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving for enhanced flavors.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1300.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1097.7 |
| Total Fat 73.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 30.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 178mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3469.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 89.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 52.7g | |
| Protein 40.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 32IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1448.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2045.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories