Watermelon Feta Summer Salad (Printable Version)

Sweet watermelon blends with feta, mint, red onion, and lime for a fresh summertime dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Produce

01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped

→ Dairy

04 - 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled

→ Dressing

05 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
06 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
07 - 1/2 teaspoon honey
08 - Pinch of salt
09 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the watermelon cubes, red onion slices, and mint leaves.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until well blended.
03 - Drizzle the dressing over the watermelon mixture and gently toss to combine.
04 - Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the salad and gently toss again just to distribute.
05 - Serve immediately, garnished with extra mint leaves if desired.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Ready in 15 minutes with zero cooking, perfect when your kitchen is already hot.
  • The sweet-salty-tangy balance hits all at once, making you feel clever for something so effortless.
  • Works as a side dish, a light lunch, or even a palate cleanser between heavier courses.
02 -
  • Never dress the watermelon more than a few minutes before serving, or it will weep and become diluted.
  • The feta doesn't need salt from you—taste before adding any, or you'll overshoot and regret it.
03 -
  • Cut the watermelon a few hours ahead if you like, but don't dress it until the last possible moment.
  • Keep the dressing separate until serving time, then pour and toss right at the table so everyone sees the magic happen.
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