Watermelon Feta Salad Fresh (Printable)

Bright combination of juicy watermelon, tangy feta, mint, and lime for a flavorful summer dish.

# What You Need:

→ Produce

01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped

→ Dairy

04 - 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

→ Dressing

05 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (approximately 1 lime)
06 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
07 - 1/2 teaspoon honey
08 - Pinch of salt
09 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the watermelon cubes, red onion slices, and mint leaves.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until well blended.
03 - Drizzle the dressing over the watermelon mixture and gently toss to combine.
04 - Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the salad and gently toss just to distribute evenly.
05 - Serve immediately, optionally garnished with additional mint leaves.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It comes together in fifteen minutes with zero cooking, perfect for when it's too hot to turn on the stove.
  • The contrast of cool, crisp watermelon against tangy feta and mint feels like a small celebration on a plate.
  • It tastes light but satisfying, and somehow works as a side dish or a complete meal depending on your mood.
02 -
  • Never make this more than a few minutes before serving—the watermelon's natural juices will weep and water everything down if it sits.
  • If you're transporting it somewhere, pack the components separately and assemble it once you arrive, or keep a colander nearby to strain off excess liquid just before eating.
03 -
  • Keep your knife wet when cutting watermelon so it doesn't stick and squeak against the blade—small thing, but it changes the whole experience.
  • If you're worried about the salad being too wet, set the watermelon cubes in a fine-mesh strainer for five minutes while you prep everything else.
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