Description
Watermelon Salad with Cucumber and Feta is a refreshing and vibrant dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This colorful salad combines the sweetness of ripe watermelon, the crunch of cool cucumbers, and the savory creaminess of feta cheese, all enhanced by a zesty mint-lime dressing. Perfect as a side for BBQs, picnics, or light lunches, this salad not only pleases the palate but also makes for an eye-catching presentation on any table. Embrace the warmth of sunny days with this easy-to-make recipe that is both nutritious and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cubed watermelon
- 1 cup quartered cucumber
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, mint, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Add the cubed watermelon, quartered cucumber, and crumbled feta cheese to the bowl.
- Gently toss the ingredients with a spatula until everything is well coated in the dressing.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with additional feta and fresh parsley if desired. Serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg