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Refreshing Watermelon Feta Mint Salad

Sweet, Salty, and Refreshingly Simple Summer Salad

4servings
15 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Refreshing Watermelon Feta Mint Salad

About this recipe

This modern take on a classic summer salad skillfully balances the sweetness of watermelon with the creaminess of feta and the zing of fresh mint. Enhanced with a touch of lime and honey, it's a perfect way to cool down on a hot day, providing a refreshing yet flavorful experience.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cubed watermelon
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Place the watermelon cubes in a large bowl.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper.

  3. 3

    Add mint leaves to the watermelon, drizzling the dressing over the top.

  4. 4

    Gently toss to combine the ingredients evenly.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle the crumbled feta over the salad.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately, drizzled with additional olive oil, if desired.

Chef's tip

For an added twist, try including some thinly sliced cucumber or a sprinkle of fresh basil for additional complexity.

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