Summer Feta Salad

Bright, refreshing, and perfect for warmer days, this Summer Feta Salad is a vibrant medley of seasonal produce that delivers a delicious balance of sweet and savory flavors. Packed with nutrient-rich baby spinach and peppery arugula, it’s elevated with juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, and zesty cherry tomatoes. Crumbles of creamy feta cheese and a sprinkle of fresh mint leaves add a Mediterranean flair, while a tangy homemade dressing of olive oil, balsamic glaze, and lemon juice ties everything together beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook summer salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light, healthy meal. Whether you're searching for "fresh summer salad recipes" or "watermelon and feta salads," this dish will delight your taste buds and brighten your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups baby spinach
• 2 cups arugula
• 1 English cucumber
• 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 red onion
• 2 cups watermelon
• 0.75 cups feta cheese
• 0.25 cups fresh mint leaves
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the baby spinach and arugula, then place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Slice the English cucumber into thin rounds. If desired, halve the slices for smaller pieces.

Step 3

Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion and add to the salad. If the flavor is too strong, soak the slices in cold water for 5 minutes before adding.

Step 5

Dice the watermelon into bite-sized cubes and gently toss them into the salad.

Step 6

Crumble the feta cheese over the top of the salad.

Step 7

Chop the fresh mint leaves and sprinkle them evenly over the salad.

Step 8

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic glaze, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 9

Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing Summer Feta Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(977.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	991.6

Total Fat 67.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 100.1mg	0%
Sodium 1407.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 50.4g
Protein 27.1g	0%

Vitamin D 18IU	0%
Calcium 939.4mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 1577.7mg	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: 59.3%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 30.2%