Soy-Free Refreshing Watermelon Salad
Brighten up your table with this Soy-Free Refreshing Watermelon Salad, a mouthwatering fusion of sweet, tangy, and savory elements that’s perfect for summer gatherings or a healthy side dish! Featuring juicy watermelon cubes, crisp cucumber slices, and fragrant ribbons of fresh mint, this salad gets a zesty kick from freshly squeezed lime juice and a touch of luxurious balsamic glaze. Creamy feta crumbles add a deliciously salty contrast, while olive oil ties everything together for a light, flavorful finish. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this gluten-free and soy-free recipe is a vibrant, crowd-pleasing option for picnics, barbecues, or everyday meals. Serve chilled for the ultimate refreshing treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium (about 5 lbs) watermelon
- 2 medium cucumber
- 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 large lime
- 1 cup feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by cutting the watermelon in half. Then cut each half into inch-wide slices. Remove the rind from each slice and dice the watermelon into roughly one-inch cubes.
Peel the cucumbers and slice them in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and then slice the cucumber halves into thin half-moons.
Wash the mint leaves thoroughly and pat them dry. Stack the mint leaves, then roll them into a tight cylinder. Slice through the cylinder to create thin ribbons of mint.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the watermelon cubes, cucumber slices, and mint ribbons.
Crumb the feta cheese and add it into the bowl with the watermelon mixture.
Roll the limes gently on the counter to loosen the juice. Cut them in half and squeeze the juice over the salad ingredients.
Drizzle the olive oil over the salad, followed by the balsamic glaze.
Season the salad with salt and black pepper to taste.
Toss the salad gently to combine the ingredients and ensure they are evenly coated with lime juice and seasoning.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1604 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.3 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.5 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 2951 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 247.4 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.6 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 175.1 g | ||
| Protein | 45.2 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1399 mg | 108% | |
| Iron | 21.2 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 4296 mg | 91% | |
*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.
