Description
Watermelon Feta Mint Salad is a delightful summer dish that combines the juicy sweetness of ripe watermelon with the creamy saltiness of feta cheese and the refreshing zing of fresh mint. This vibrant salad is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it a perfect addition to picnics, barbecues, or casual get-togethers. With its sweet and savory flavor profile, it’s guaranteed to impress your guests and become a seasonal favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups diced watermelon (about 1 medium watermelon)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 10 fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the watermelon under cool water. Slice off both ends, then cut it into wedges, removing the rind.
- Cube the watermelon into bite-sized pieces.
- Finely chop the mint leaves.
- Crumble feta cheese over the watermelon cubes.
- In a large bowl, gently combine watermelon, feta, and mint.
- Drizzle lime juice and olive oil over the mixture; season with salt and pepper. Toss gently until combined.
- Serve chilled for maximum refreshment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg