Description
A refreshing Watermelon-Feta Summer Salad that combines juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, tangy feta cheese, and aromatic herbs. This vibrant Mediterranean-inspired dish offers the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, making it an ideal side dish for hot summer days or a light lunch on its own. Ready in just minutes with no cooking required!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup cucumber, peeled and sliced
- ½ cup crumbled feta
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
- 2 tablespoons red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (or balsamic vinegar)
- Zest of 1 lime
- Juice of ½ lime
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Prep the fruit & veggies: Cube your watermelon into even, bite-sized pieces. Slice the cucumber thinly, peeling first if the skin is thick. Slice the red onion as thinly as possible.
- Make the quick-pour dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic glaze, lime zest, lime juice, and sea salt until well combined.
- Assemble the salad: In a chilled bowl, gently combine the watermelon, cucumber, and red onion. Sprinkle the torn basil and chopped mint over the top. Finally, add the crumbled feta cheese.
- Dress & delight: Just before serving, drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss very gently to coat all ingredients without breaking them. Serve immediately for the freshest experience.
Notes
- For best presentation, reserve a small amount of feta, herbs, and watermelon to sprinkle on top after tossing.
- Block feta packed in brine offers better flavor than pre-crumbled varieties.
- To prevent a watery salad, place cut watermelon on paper towels briefly before assembling.
- This salad is best consumed immediately after preparation as the ingredients will release moisture over time.
- For a complete meal, serve over a bed of arugula or add grilled chicken or shrimp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: watermelon feta salad, summer salad, Mediterranean salad, no cook recipe, refreshing salad, watermelon salad, feta cheese salad, healthy summer recipe, cucumber watermelon salad