Minty Watermelon Feta Cheese Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, this Minty Watermelon Feta Cheese Salad is the ultimate summertime delight. Sweet, juicy cubes of seedless watermelon mingle with the salty tang of crumbled feta, crisp cucumber slices, and the zesty bite of red onion. A scattering of fresh mint leaves adds a cooling herbal note, while a simple dressing made with extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice, and a hint of black pepper ties it all together. For an extra touch of indulgence, a drizzle of balsamic glaze can add a sweet, tangy finish. Perfect for backyard barbecues, picnics, or a light, healthy side dish, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes and is sure to impress with its vibrant flavors and eye-catching appeal. Keywords: watermelon feta salad, refreshing summer salad, easy no-cook recipe, mint watermelon salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Seedless watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.25 cup Fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium Cucumber, sliced into half-moons
- 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic glaze (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
Prepare the watermelon by cutting it into bite-sized cubes (approximately 1-inch) and place them into a large mixing bowl.
Add the crumbled feta cheese to the watermelon cubes.
Chop the fresh mint leaves and thinly slice the red onion. Add both to the bowl with the watermelon and feta.
Slice the cucumber into half-moons and mix it into the salad bowl as well.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lime juice, salt, and black pepper to create a light dressing.
Pour the dressing over the watermelon mixture and gently toss everything together to evenly coat the ingredients in the dressing.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with more salt or lime juice if needed.
Transfer the salad to a serving platter or bowl. For an optional touch, drizzle balsamic glaze over the top for added flavor.
Serve immediately or keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1273 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.0 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.3 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 3152 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.1 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 75.9 g | ||
| Protein | 43.6 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1406 mg | 108% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 1855 mg | 39% | |
*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.
