Description
A refreshing and easy-to-make watermelon cucumber feta salad that combines juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, tangy feta cheese, and fresh mint, dressed with a zesty olive oil and lime dressing. Perfect for a light summer appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups watermelon, cubed
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, chopped
Dressing
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Watermelon and Cucumber: In a large bowl, add the cubed watermelon and thinly sliced cucumber. Toss gently to mix.
- Add Feta and Mint: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh mint leaves evenly over the watermelon and cucumber mixture.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lime juice, salt, and pepper until well combined to create a light and tangy dressing.
- Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients. Gently toss the salad to ensure all pieces are evenly coated without breaking the watermelon cubes.
- Serve or Chill: Serve the salad immediately for best freshness, or refrigerate it for 30 minutes prior to serving to enhance the refreshing flavors.
Notes
- This salad is best served fresh to maintain the crisp texture of cucumber and juiciness of watermelon.
- For added crunch, toss in some toasted walnuts or sliced almonds.
- Adjust the amount of salt carefully since feta is naturally salty.
- Can be made a few hours ahead and chilled, but avoid dressing it too far in advance to prevent sogginess.
- Mint can be substituted with fresh basil for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
