Fresh Watermelon Feta Mint Salad
A quick and easy summer salad combining juicy watermelon, salty feta, and fresh mint for a refreshing and light dish perfect for hot days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups watermelon, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Pinch of sea salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, optional
Instructions
- Using a sharp knife, cut about 4 cups of watermelon into bite-sized cubes (roughly 1-inch pieces). Drain excess liquid if watermelon is too juicy.
- Rinse fresh mint leaves and pat dry. Roughly chop about 1/4 cup.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil and 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice. Add a pinch of sea salt and a few grinds of black pepper if desired.
- In a medium bowl, combine the cubed watermelon and chopped mint. Drizzle the dressing over and toss gently to coat without breaking up the watermelon.
- Just before serving, crumble 1 cup of feta cheese on top. Toss lightly or leave as a topping to maintain the cheese’s creamy texture.
- Serve immediately. Refrigerate for up to 30 minutes if needed but avoid longer storage to prevent watery salad.
Notes
Add feta just before serving to keep it creamy and avoid sogginess. Drain excess watermelon juice if too juicy. Mint should be fresh and added last to maintain brightness. Can substitute lime juice with lemon juice or add toasted pine nuts for crunch. For vegan option, omit feta or use plant-based cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup per serving
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Protein: 3
Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, mint salad, summer salad, easy salad, refreshing salad, healthy salad