watermelon feta mint salad (Print Version)
Juicy watermelon, feta, and mint create a cool, vibrant summer salad finished with olive oil and citrus.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Produce
01 - 5 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 2.5 cm cubes
02 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves, torn or sliced
→ Dairy
04 - 150 g feta cheese, crumbled
→ Pantry
05 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
07 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
08 - 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# How to Make It:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed watermelon, thinly sliced red onion, and mint leaves.
02 - Drizzle the mixture with extra-virgin olive oil and fresh lime juice. Sprinkle with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Gently toss to distribute seasoning evenly without crushing the fruit.
03 - Incorporate the crumbled feta cheese by gently tossing, or scatter on top just before serving for a decorative presentation.
04 - Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes for a chilled, refreshing salad.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Sweet and salty flavor that everyone loves
- Quick and easy to make for last minute guests
- Perfect for hot weather and outdoor meals
- Beautiful presentation with vibrant colors
02 -
- Made with naturally gluten free and vegetarian ingredients
- Hydrating and lower in calories which is great for light meals
- Pairs well with almost any summer main dish
03 -
- Taste your melon before assembling to be sure it is sweet and ripe
- Slice onions as thinly as possible to keep them from overpowering the dish
- Always use block feta and crumble it yourself for the best taste and texture