Description
This Watermelon Feta Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish perfect for summer. The combination of sweet watermelon, salty feta, crisp cucumber, and zesty dressing creates a burst of flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
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Watermelon Salad:
- 4 cups seedless watermelon (cubed)
- 1½ cups cucumber (sliced into half-moons)
- ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil (optional)
Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, gently combine the watermelon, cucumber, red onion, feta, mint, and basil if using.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Combine: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss lightly to coat.
- Serve: Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving for a chilled version.
Notes
- For best texture, serve the salad soon after assembling.
- English or Persian cucumbers work well for their thin skin and mild flavor.
- You can substitute lemon juice for lime if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1½ cups
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
