Watermelon Feta Salad (Print Version)
Sweet watermelon meets creamy feta and fresh mint for a refreshing Mediterranean-style summer dish ready in just 15 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruits and Vegetables
01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed into 1-inch pieces
02 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced into rounds
03 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced into half-moons
→ Cheese
04 - 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
→ Herbs
05 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn by hand
→ Dressing
06 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
08 - 1 teaspoon honey
09 - 1 pinch sea salt
10 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste
# How to Cook:
01 - Place watermelon cubes, cucumber slices, and red onion in a large salad bowl.
02 - Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
# Expert Advice:
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- The sweet and salty combo hits every craving at once, plus it comes together in literally 15 minutes
- Its the kind of salad that actually gets better as it sits, making it perfect for meal prep or picnics
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- Watermelon varies wildly in sweetness, so always taste a piece before you start and adjust the honey accordingly
- This salad needs to be eaten the same day—the watermelon breaks down and gets sad after sitting overnight
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- Chill your serving bowls in the freezer for 15 minutes before plating—this salad is exceptional when served icy cold
- If you're taking this to a party, pack the dressing separately and toss it right before serving to keep everything crisp