Watermelon Feta Mint Salad (Printable)
Sweet watermelon pairs with creamy feta and fresh mint for a refreshing Mediterranean summer dish.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fruits and Vegetables
01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
02 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
03 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
→ Cheese
04 - 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
→ Herbs
05 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
→ Dressing
06 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
08 - 1 teaspoon honey
09 - Pinch of sea salt
10 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Steps:
01 - Place watermelon cubes, cucumber slices, and red onion in a large salad bowl.
02 - Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
03 - Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
04 - Add crumbled feta and torn mint leaves; toss lightly just until incorporated.
05 - Serve immediately, garnished with additional mint if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It comes together in literally fifteen minutes but looks like something from a restaurant patio
- The sweet and salty thing hits different when youre eating outside with a cold drink
02 -
- Make sure to drain the watermelon after cubing if its releasing a lot of liquid, or you will end up with soup
- Do not add the feta and mint until the very last moment or they will wilt and lose their punch
03 -
- Chill your serving bowl beforehand to keep everything extra cold
- Let the dressed salad sit for five minutes before adding the feta so the flavors meld