Description
This Watermelon Salad is the perfect refreshing summer salad! Whether you're looking for a light lunch or a side dish for your BBQ party, you'll love this salad!
Ingredients
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- 5 cups diced watermelon (1 small watermelon)
- 1 English cucumber, diced (approx. 2 cups)
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 200g block feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squzeed lime juice (1 lime)
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp sea salt (optional, feta is usually very salty)
Instructions
- Into a large mixing bowl add diced watermelon, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, crumbled feta, and chopped fresh mint.
- In a separate bowl or a cup, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, black pepper, and salt if using.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together gently to mix well. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Red onion: You can let it soak in cold water while you prep the rest of the ingredients to remove a little bit of the bite and make it less strong. Shallots are also a great option.
Feta: Use block feta if possible instead of pre-crumbled feta. I recommend washing it with cold water before crumbling to remove leftover salty brine. This will prevent it from being overly salty.
Storing: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. The watermelon will release quite a bit of water as it sits with the salty feta so this salad is best eaten right away.
