Watermelon Mint Summer Salad
A refreshing summer salad combining sweet watermelon, crunchy cucumber, tangy feta, and fresh mint, perfect as a side for barbecues or a light lunch.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 cups 6 cups seedless watermelon cubes Using seedless watermelon simplifies preparation.
- 1 cup 1 cup cucumber cubes
- 1/2 cup 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese Can substitute with goat cheese for a creamier texture.
- 1/4 cup 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn Basil can be used as a substitute if mint is unavailable.
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon honey Adjust based on sweetness of the watermelon.
- 1 pinch Pinch of flaky salt
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- In a chilled serving bowl, combine the watermelon and cucumber cubes.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, flaky salt, and black pepper until well blended.
- Drizzle the dressing over the watermelon and cucumber mixture, ensuring even coverage.
- Scatter the crumbled feta and torn mint leaves on top of the salad.
- Gently toss the salad to combine, being careful not to mush the watermelon.
Notes
Serve the salad cold. Best enjoyed within 30 minutes of assembly for the freshest taste. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.