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Summer Watermelon Salad
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Summer Watermelon Salad: Simple and Fresh Recipe

This watermelon salad offers a delightful contrast of flavors and textures. The sweet, juicy watermelon provides a refreshing burst of flavor, while the tangy feta cheese adds a savory, creamy element.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 30 minute meal, cold salad, lunch recipe, potluck recipe, summer party, summer recipe
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 334kcal

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Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

  • 1 Small Seedless Watermelon cubed or balled
  • 1 English Cucumber sliced
  • 1/2 Cup Feta Cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 Cup Red Onion thinly sliced
  • Fresh mint leaves chopped or other fresh herbs
  • Cherry tomatoes halved

Salad Dressing ingredients

  • 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 Tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice
  • 1 Tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the watermelon cubes, cucumber slices, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and mint leaves.
    1 Small Seedless Watermelon, 1 English Cucumber, 1/4 Cup Red Onion, Cherry tomatoes, Fresh mint leaves
  • Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
    3 Tablespoons Olive Oil, 2 Tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice, 1 Tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar, Salt and pepper to taste
  • Combine and Serve: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.
    1/2 Cup Feta Cheese

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Recipe Tips for Success

Choose Ripe Watermelon: Look for a watermelon with a deep, consistent stripe pattern and a field spot on its underside for the best flavor.
Keep it Chilled: For the crispest salad, chill the watermelon cubes before tossing them with the other ingredients.
Make-Ahead Friendly: You can prepare the salad ingredients and dressing separately and combine them just before serving to maintain freshness.

Nutrition

Calories: 334kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 152mg | Potassium: 940mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 48g | Vitamin A: 4375IU | Vitamin C: 64mg | Calcium: 125mg | Iron: 2mg