Watermelon and Feta Summer Salad
Bright, refreshing, and irresistibly flavorful, this Watermelon and Feta Summer Salad is the ultimate dish to brighten up your warm-weather meals. Perfectly balancing sweet, juicy watermelon with the salty creaminess of crumbled feta cheese, this salad is elevated by crisp cucumber, fragrant fresh mint and basil, and a zesty lime dressing. A hint of red onion adds a subtle tang, while a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil ties everything together. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is ideal for picnics, barbecues, or a light and healthy side dish. Bursting with vibrant colors and textures, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Serve it chilled for an invigorating taste of summer in every bite!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups watermelon
- 1 cup feta cheese
- 1 large cucumber
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 medium red onion
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes (about 1-inch) and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Slice the cucumber in half lengthwise, then thinly slice into half-moons. Add the cucumber to the bowl with the watermelon.
Step 3
Crumble the feta cheese over the watermelon and cucumber mixture.
Step 4
Finely chop the mint and basil leaves, then sprinkle them into the bowl.
Step 5
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the mixture for a subtle tang.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 7
Pour the dressing over the watermelon salad and gently toss to combine all the ingredients without crushing the watermelon cubes.
Step 8
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 9
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving for a chilled salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1539.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1062.6 |
| Total Fat 63.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 23.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g | |
| Cholesterol 133.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2344.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 110.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 25.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 59.2g | |
| Protein 41.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1625.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 26.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3095.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories