Description
A bright and refreshing summer salad where juicy watermelon meets the salty charm of crumbled feta, brought together with a splash of mint and a light balsamic dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cubed watermelon (from 1 small watermelon or half of a large one)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes, aiming for pieces around 1 inch wide.
- In a large bowl, gently combine the cubed watermelon and crumbled feta.
- Add in the chopped mint leaves for a fresh flavor boost.
- Whisk together the olive oil and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl, then drizzle over the salad.
- Season lightly with salt and pepper to your preference, adjusting as needed.
- Chill the salad in the fridge for about 15 minutes. Toss gently before serving and enjoy!
Notes
To enhance texture, toss in some cucumber or radishes. Prepare ingredients in advance, but combine just before serving. Try swapping mint with basil or cilantro for a different herb twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: watermelon, feta, summer salad, mint, easy recipe