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Refreshing Watermelon Salad

Refreshing Watermelon Salad That Will Brighten Your Day

A refreshing watermelon salad that combines sweet watermelon, creamy feta, and zesty lime dressing for the perfect summer dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups seedless watermelon cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves coarsely chopped
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Sharp knife
  • Mandoline (optional)
  • Small bowl for dressing

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash and cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes, then set aside in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Crumble the feta cheese into small chunks and set aside.
  3. Thinly slice the red onion and soak it in cold water for 5-10 minutes, then drain.
  4. Coarsely chop the fresh mint leaves and add them to the bowl with the watermelon.
  5. Whisk together olive oil and lime juice until well blended for the dressing.
  6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine.
  7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill ingredients beforehand for the best refreshing experience. Keep dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain texture.

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