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Watermelon Cucumber Feta Salad

A refreshing summer salad made with watermelon, cucumber, and feta cheese, perfect for easy preparation and delicious flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups watermelon, cubed Use seedless watermelon for ease.
  • 2 large cucumbers, sliced into half-moons Salt lightly if super watery.
  • 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled Use good quality feta.
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced Optional for added flavor.
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
  • 2 tbsp olive oil Use high-quality olive oil.
  • 1 unit juice of lime Lemon can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 pinch salt Sea salt recommended.
  • to taste fresh cracked black pepper
  • optional handful toasted pine nuts or pumpkin seeds For added crunch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes over a bowl to catch the juice.
  2. Slice cucumbers into half-moons about 1/4 inch thick and salt them lightly if they are very watery. Let sit for 10 minutes, then pat dry.
  3. Crumble the feta into chunky pieces.
Mixing
  1. In a large bowl, toss together the watermelon and cucumber.
  2. Add the feta crumbles and torn mint leaves, and the sliced red onion if using.
Dressing
  1. Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
  2. Gently toss the salad to combine without turning the watermelon to mush.
Resting
  1. Let the salad sit for about 15 minutes for the flavors to meld.
  2. Before serving, give it another gentle toss and garnish with toasted nuts if desired.

Notes

For best flavor, use high-quality olive oil and let the salad rest before serving. Serving ideas include grilled chicken or fish.