Feta and Watermelon Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with summertime flavors, this Feta and Watermelon Salad is the perfect fusion of sweet and savory. Juicy watermelon cubes are paired with creamy, tangy feta cheese and fresh mint leaves for a burst of freshness, while thinly sliced red onion adds a delicate bite. Tossed in a zesty lime and honey dressing with a drizzle of olive oil, this quick and easy salad, ready in just 15 minutes, is an ideal side dish for picnics, barbecues, or any warm-weather gathering. The combination of contrasting textures and vibrant colors makes this dish as visually appealing as it is delicious. Serve it immediately for a crisp, flavor-packed experience that will wow your guests!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Watermelon
- 1 cup Feta cheese
- 0.25 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 1 whole Lime
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Cut the watermelon into approximately 1-inch cubes, removing any seeds if necessary, and place the cubes in a large bowl.
Crumble the feta cheese over the watermelon cubes.
Roughly chop the fresh mint leaves and sprinkle them over the watermelon and feta.
Thinly slice the red onion and add the slices to the salad bowl.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create a dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together to combine. Be careful not to crush the watermelon cubes.
Serve immediately as a light appetizer or side dish. Optionally, garnish with a few additional mint leaves for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
209 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.5 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 550 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.6 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 241 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 285 mg | 6% | |
*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.
