Description
A refreshing and vibrant Watermelon Feta Salad featuring juicy watermelon cubes, crisp cucumber slices, sweet blueberries, and tangy crumbled feta cheese, all enhanced with fresh mint and a zesty lime dressing. Perfect as a light summer appetizer or side dish, this salad combines sweet, salty, and herbal flavors for a delightful palate experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits and Vegetables
- 3 cups ripe, seedless watermelon, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 large cucumber (Persian or English preferred), peeled and sliced into thin rounds or small chunks
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
Dressing and Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Cheese
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the watermelon and cucumber: Cut the ripe, seedless watermelon into bite-sized cubes, ensuring they are juicy but not overly watery. Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds or small chunks to complement the watermelon without overpowering it.
- Combine the fresh ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, gently toss together the watermelon cubes, cucumber slices, and fresh blueberries to distribute colors and textures evenly.
- Add the feta and herbs: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the combined fruit and vegetables. Scatter torn fresh mint leaves on top for a refreshing herbal note.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle extra virgin olive oil and freshly squeezed lime juice over the salad ingredients. Lightly season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, enhancing all flavors without overwhelming them.
- Toss and serve: Gently toss the salad one more time to ensure the dressing and seasonings coat every piece perfectly. Serve immediately to enjoy the freshest taste and crisp textures.
Notes
- Use seedless watermelon to avoid unwanted seeds in the salad.
- For best results, chill the watermelon and cucumber before preparing the salad to keep it cool and refreshing.
- You can substitute mint with fresh basil or cilantro for a different herbal note.
- This salad is best eaten immediately to preserve the fresh texture of the watermelon and cucumber.
- Adjust salt carefully because feta cheese already adds saltiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
