Description

Have you ever wondered if putting fruit and cheese together could actually be the highlight of your entire summer? This Watermelon and Feta Salad is the undisputed king of summer side dishes, offering an incredible contrast between cold, sugary watermelon and creamy, salty feta cheese. It’s sophisticated, savory, and changes the way you look at your fruit bowl forever.

Ingredients

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6 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes (chilled)
1 cup high-quality feta cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced (chiffonade)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 large lime)
1 teaspoon honey
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pinch flaky sea salt

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Instructions

Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, and black pepper until well combined. Set aside.
Cube the Watermelon: Cut the rind off the chilled watermelon and slice the fruit into even 1-inch cubes. Place the cubes into a large, wide serving bowl.
Layer the Flavors: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the watermelon cubes and toss very gently to coat.
Add Accents: Add the crumbled feta cheese and the thinly sliced mint ribbons to the bowl.
Gently Combine: Toss one more time very carefully, ensuring the feta stays in chunks rather than turning into a paste.
Final Touch: Sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt and any remaining mint or feta on top right before serving for a professional presentation.

Notes

For the best results, use a watermelon with a yellow spot on the bottom—this indicates it is sun-ripened and sweet. Avoid adding the dressing until right before serving to prevent the salad from becoming watery. If you don’t have mint, fresh basil makes an excellent substitute.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (approx 1 cup)
Calories: 115
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 15mg