Fresh Watermelon Feta Mint Salad with Honey Lime Dressing
A refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon, salty feta, and fresh mint, all tied together with a lively honey lime dressing. Quick and easy to prepare, perfect for gatherings or a light lunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups (600g) seedless watermelon, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 cup (150g) crumbled feta cheese
- ½ cup (15g) fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped or torn
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) honey
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) extra virgin olive oil
- Pinch of salt (preferably flaky sea salt)
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional add-ins: toasted pine nuts, sliced cucumber, chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- Cut the watermelon in half and then into manageable segments. Remove the rind and slice the flesh into roughly 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes, yielding about 4 cups (600g) of watermelon cubes. Take care not to press too hard to avoid excess juice. (Approx. 10 minutes)
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons (30ml) honey, 2 tablespoons (30ml) fresh lime juice, and 2 tablespoons (30ml) extra virgin olive oil until smooth and slightly thickened. Add a pinch of salt and a light grind of black pepper. Taste and adjust as needed. (Approx. 5 minutes)
- In a large bowl, gently toss the watermelon cubes with 1 cup (150g) crumbled feta and ½ cup (15g) torn fresh mint leaves. Add optional ingredients like toasted pine nuts or cucumber slices if desired. (Approx. 3 minutes)
- Pour the honey lime dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly, being careful not to break the watermelon cubes. The salad should glisten but not be swimming in dressing. (Approx. 2 minutes)
- Let the salad rest in the fridge for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature. (Optional)
Notes
Avoid over-mixing once feta is added to prevent it from crumbling too much. Chill watermelon before cutting for cleaner cuts. Whisk honey and lime juice before adding oil to keep dressing emulsified. Best served fresh within a few hours to avoid watery salad. Prepare dressing and watermelon ahead but add feta and mint just before serving to keep freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, mint salad, honey lime dressing, summer salad, easy salad recipe, refreshing salad