Mediterranean Diet Refreshing Watermelon Salad
Brighten up your table with this Mediterranean Diet Refreshing Watermelon Salad—an effortless fusion of juicy seedless watermelon, crisp English cucumber, and tangy feta cheese. This vibrant dish is elevated with the bold flavors of fresh mint, pitted black olives, and zesty red onion, all tossed in a light dressing of extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this wholesome, refreshing salad captures the essence of Mediterranean summer eating. Perfect as a light appetizer, a side dish for grilled mains, or a colorful addition to your next gathering, it’s a delicious way to enjoy seasonal produce with minimal effort. With its balance of sweet, savory, and citrusy notes, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s bursting with flavor and nutrition.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups seedless watermelon
- 1 large English cucumber
- 1 cup feta cheese
- 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cup black olives, pitted
- 0.25 cup red onion
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Start by preparing the watermelon. Cut the watermelon into small, bite-sized cubes to obtain about 4 cups, and transfer them to a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Peel the English cucumber, and slice it into thin rounds. Add these to the bowl with the watermelon.
Step 3
Crumble the feta cheese and add it to the mix in the salad bowl.
Step 4
Chop the fresh mint leaves finely and sprinkle them over the watermelon, cucumber, and feta.
Step 5
Slice the red onion into thin slices, and add to the salad along with the black olives.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, salt, and ground black pepper to create a dressing.
Step 7
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients, tossing gently to coat everything evenly.
Step 8
Let the salad sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, then serve immediately for best results.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1404.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1162.6 |
| Total Fat 82.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 27.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g | |
| Cholesterol 133.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3825.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 94.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 51.3g | |
| Protein 35.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1294.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2176.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories