Watermelon Feta Salad: The Best Refreshing Recipe.
A refreshing and vibrant summer salad that perfectly balances sweet watermelon, salty feta cheese, and fresh mint with a tangy balsamic dressing.
- Author: info.mealsmell
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds or walnuts
- Place the cubed watermelon into a large mixing bowl.
- Crumble the feta cheese over the watermelon cubes.
- Add the chopped fresh mint and thinly sliced red onion to the bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat the ingredients.
- Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper to taste.
- Top with toasted pumpkin seeds or walnuts if desired.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use seedless watermelon for the best texture and convenience.
- Be cautious with salt as feta cheese is naturally salty.
- Chilling the salad for 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- Add the nuts or seeds just before serving to maintain their crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 185 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Watermelon Feta Salad, summer salad, refreshing recipe, healthy snack, fruit salad