Watermelon Salad with Cucumber and Feta
Watermelon Salad with Cucumber and Feta is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This delightful salad features juicy watermelon, crisp cucumbers, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed together in a zesty mint-lime dressing. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or as a light side dish, it’s sure to impress your guests while keeping you cool during warm days. With its beautiful colors and delicious flavors, this salad not only looks great on the table but also offers a burst of freshness with every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cubed watermelon
- 1 cup quartered cucumber
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, mint, lime juice, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Add the cubed watermelon, quartered cucumber, and crumbled feta cheese to the bowl. Gently toss everything together using a spatula until all ingredients are evenly coated in the dressing.
- Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving. Garnish with extra mint or feta as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg