Summer Feta Salad
Bright, refreshing, and perfect for warmer days, this Summer Feta Salad is a vibrant medley of seasonal produce that delivers a delicious balance of sweet and savory flavors. Packed with nutrient-rich baby spinach and peppery arugula, it’s elevated with juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, and zesty cherry tomatoes. Crumbles of creamy feta cheese and a sprinkle of fresh mint leaves add a Mediterranean flair, while a tangy homemade dressing of olive oil, balsamic glaze, and lemon juice ties everything together beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook summer salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light, healthy meal. Whether you're searching for "fresh summer salad recipes" or "watermelon and feta salads," this dish will delight your taste buds and brighten your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 2 cups arugula
- 1 English cucumber
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 red onion
- 2 cups watermelon
- 0.75 cups feta cheese
- 0.25 cups fresh mint leaves
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the baby spinach and arugula, then place them in a large salad bowl.
Slice the English cucumber into thin rounds. If desired, halve the slices for smaller pieces.
Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and add to the salad. If the flavor is too strong, soak the slices in cold water for 5 minutes before adding.
Dice the watermelon into bite-sized cubes and gently toss them into the salad.
Crumble the feta cheese over the top of the salad.
Chop the fresh mint leaves and sprinkle them evenly over the salad.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic glaze, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing Summer Feta Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
992 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.8 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.5 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 1408 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.7 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.4 g | ||
| Protein | 27.1 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 939 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1578 mg | 34% | |
*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.
