Watermelon-Feta Salad Recipe
A refreshing and vibrant Watermelon-Feta Salad that combines sweet, juicy watermelon with salty feta, crisp cucumbers, and fresh mint, all tossed in a tangy olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. Perfect for a quick, light summer meal or side dish, ready in just 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Dressing
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Salad
- 3 cups cubed seedless watermelon
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 6 oz.)
- 1 cup finely chopped cucumbers
- 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh mint, plus more for serving
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
- Flaky sea salt (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and kosher salt until well combined to create a tangy and flavorful dressing.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the cubed seedless watermelon, crumbled feta cheese, finely chopped cucumbers, coarsely chopped fresh mint, and thinly sliced red onion. Pour the prepared dressing over the ingredients.
- Toss the Salad: Gently toss all components together to ensure the watermelon, feta, cucumbers, mint, and onion are evenly coated with the dressing, blending their flavors beautifully.
- Garnish and Serve: Top the salad with additional fresh mint leaves for extra aroma and sprinkle flaky sea salt if desired for an enhanced salty crunch. Serve immediately to enjoy at peak freshness.
Notes
- Use seedless watermelon for easy preparation and better eating experience.
- Adjust the amount of red wine vinegar to taste for a milder or more tangy dressing.
- Flaky sea salt is optional but adds a nice texture and flavor contrast.
- This salad is best served fresh to retain the watermelon’s juiciness and crispness of the vegetables.
- For extra texture, consider adding toasted nuts like pistachios or walnuts.
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