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Fresh Watermelon Feta Salad with Mint

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A refreshing and easy-to-make salad combining juicy watermelon, salty feta, and fresh mint, perfect for hot weather and quick meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups watermelon, cubed (preferably seedless, ripe, and juicy)
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped or torn
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
  • Pinch of sea salt, to taste
  • Pinch of freshly cracked black pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the watermelon under cold water, then slice it in half. Using a sharp chef’s knife, cut the watermelon into manageable slices and cube about 4 cups of the fruit into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Crumble about 1 cup of feta cheese by hand into small chunks.
  3. Rinse 1/4 cup of fresh mint leaves, pat dry, remove from stems, and roughly chop or tear.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon of fresh lime juice, and 1 teaspoon of honey (if using). Add a pinch of sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper if desired. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  5. Place the watermelon cubes in a medium mixing bowl. Gently pour the dressing over the watermelon and toss lightly to coat without breaking the pieces.
  6. Add the crumbled feta and torn mint leaves, folding everything together carefully to distribute evenly without mashing the watermelon.
  7. Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes to let flavors meld and chill.
  8. Before serving, gently toss the salad again and adjust seasoning if needed. Optionally, drizzle a little more olive oil or sprinkle flaky sea salt.

Notes

Use ripe, seedless watermelon for best flavor and ease. Crumble feta by hand for better texture. Avoid over-tossing to prevent watermelon from becoming watery and feta from crumbling too much. Fresh mint is essential; dried mint is not recommended. Can substitute lime juice with balsamic vinegar or mint with basil for variations. Prepare up to 2 hours ahead but add feta and mint just before serving for best texture.

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Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, mint salad, summer salad, refreshing salad, easy salad, healthy salad, vegetarian, gluten-free

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