Soy-Free Refreshing Watermelon Salad

Transform your summer gatherings with this vibrant Soy-Free Refreshing Watermelon Salad, a stunning blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors perfect for warm-weather dining. Juicy watermelon and crisp cucumber provide a hydrating, refreshing base, while ribbons of fresh mint and a squeeze of zesty lime add bright herbal and citrusy notes. Creamy crumbles of feta cheese complement the sweetness, while a drizzle of balsamic glaze and olive oil brings a gourmet touch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this soy-free and gluten-free salad is lightly seasoned with salt and pepper, letting the fresh ingredients shine. Perfect as a light appetizer or a colorful side dish, this watermelon salad pairs beautifully with grilled meats or can stand alone as a show-stopping centerpiece at your next barbecue or picnic.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 medium (about 5 lbs) watermelon
• 2 medium cucumber
• 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves
• 2 large lime
• 1 cup feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by cutting the watermelon in half. Then cut each half into inch-wide slices. Remove the rind from each slice and dice the watermelon into roughly one-inch cubes.

Step 2

Peel the cucumbers and slice them in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and then slice the cucumber halves into thin half-moons.

Step 3

Wash the mint leaves thoroughly and pat them dry. Stack the mint leaves, then roll them into a tight cylinder. Slice through the cylinder to create thin ribbons of mint.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the watermelon cubes, cucumber slices, and mint ribbons.

Step 5

Crumb the feta cheese and add it into the bowl with the watermelon mixture.

Step 6

Roll the limes gently on the counter to loosen the juice. Cut them in half and squeeze the juice over the salad ingredients.

Step 7

Drizzle the olive oil over the salad, followed by the balsamic glaze.

Step 8

Season the salad with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Toss the salad gently to combine the ingredients and ensure they are evenly coated with lime juice and seasoning.

Step 10

Transfer the salad to a serving dish and serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3166.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1603.5

Total Fat 65.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.8g
Cholesterol 133.5mg	0%
Sodium 2950.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 247.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.6g	0%
Total Sugars 175.1g
Protein 45.2g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1399.3mg	0%
Iron 21.2mg	0%
Potassium 4295.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.4%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 56.3%