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Fresh Watermelon Feta Salad with Mint

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A light, refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon, crumbly feta, and fresh mint with a zesty lime dressing. Perfect for hot days and quick to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into bite-sized cubes (about 600 grams)
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 150 grams)
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped or torn (about 10 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (30 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 1 medium lime, about 30 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
  • Pinch of sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Watermelon: Slice watermelon into manageable sections, remove rind completely, and chop flesh into roughly 1-inch cubes. Handle gently to avoid smashing the cubes.
  2. Crumble the Feta: Measure 1 cup of feta cheese and crumble with fingers or fork. Fluff if pre-crumbled.
  3. Prepare the Mint: Rinse fresh mint leaves, pat dry, remove tough stems, and roughly chop or tear into small pieces.
  4. Make the Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey (if using), sea salt, and black pepper until combined and slightly emulsified.
  5. Toss the Salad: In a large bowl, gently combine watermelon cubes, crumbled feta, and mint leaves. Pour dressing over and toss carefully to coat without breaking the watermelon.
  6. Final Touches and Serving: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately or chill up to 30 minutes before serving. Optionally, sprinkle toasted pumpkin seeds or pine nuts on top for crunch.

Notes

Prepare the watermelon as close to serving time as possible to avoid sogginess. Use a sharp knife to keep cubes intact. Adjust seasoning after tossing. Optionally add toasted nuts or greens for texture and flavor variations. For dairy-free, substitute feta with vegan cheese or firm tofu.

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Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, summer salad, mint salad, refreshing salad, easy salad recipe, healthy summer recipe

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