Refreshing Watermelon Salad
Dive into the vibrant flavors of summer with this Refreshing Watermelon Salad, a quick and easy dish that bursts with freshness and tantalizing contrasts. Juicy, sweet watermelon pairs effortlessly with the creamy, salty note of crumbled feta cheese, while finely chopped fresh mint adds a cooling herbal touch. Thinly sliced red onion delivers a subtle zing, and a bright lime-olive oil dressing ties it all together with citrusy zest and a hint of black pepper. Ready in just 15 minutes, this chilled salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as an elegant side dish for any warm-weather meal. Serve it cold to enjoy the ultimate combination of sweet, salty, and tangy in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups watermelon
- 1 cup feta cheese
- 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 cup red onion
- 1 whole lime
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes, ensuring to remove any seeds if present.
Slice the red onion thinly to create delicate, even pieces.
Chop the fresh mint leaves finely to enhance the salad's flavor.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the watermelon cubes, sliced red onion, and chopped mint leaves.
Crumble the feta cheese over the top of the watermelon mixture and gently toss to mix.
In a small bowl, juice the lime and mix in the olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create a dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to ensure even coating.
Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish at picnics or summer meals.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
946 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.5 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.3 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 2324 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.5 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.7 g | ||
| Protein | 32.1 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1189 mg | 91% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 1695 mg | 36% | |
*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.
