Watermelon Salad with Feta & Mint

The Watermelon Salad with Feta & Mint is a refreshing, sweet-and-savory dish ideal for hot summer days. The salad features a vibrant mix of peak-season ingredients including watermelon, crisp cucumber, creamy feta, and aromatic herbs, all tied together with a bright lime dressing. This easy-to-assemble side dish pairs exceptionally well with grilled items, such as veggie burgers or grilled corn, and is a perfect addition to summer cookouts and picnics.

The salad’s signature flavor comes from its balance of crisp, creamy, tangy, and spicy components. Key ingredients include:

• Watermelon and Cucumber: These provide a juicy, fresh, and cool base for the dish.
• Feta Cheese and Avocado: These add a rich, creamy, and tangy contrast to the sweet melon.
• Aromatics and Spice: Red onion adds a savory bite, while fresh basil, mint, and optional serrano pepper contribute aromatic notes and a hint of heat.

To maintain the best texture, it is recommended to assemble the salad shortly before serving. While the dish can be prepared a couple of hours in advance, adding the avocado and fresh herbs right before serving prevents the fruit from releasing too much juice and keeps the ingredients fresh.

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Watermelon Salad with Feta & Mint

Recipe by RecipesVilla

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking timeminutes

Calories

280

kcal

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

• 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice

• ½ garlic clove, minced

• ¼ teaspoon sea salt

• 5 cups cubed watermelon

• 1 cup diced English cucumber

• ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion

• ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese

• 1 avocado, cubed

• ⅓ cup torn fresh mint or basil leaves

• ½ jalapeño or serrano pepper, thinly sliced (optional)

• Sea salt (to taste)

Directions

• Prepare Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, and sea salt in a small bowl.
• Assemble: Arrange watermelon, cucumber, and red onion on a large platter.
• Dress: Drizzle with half the dressing, then top with feta, avocado, mint, and serrano pepper.
• Finish: Drizzle with remaining dressing, season with sea salt to taste, and serve.

Notes

• Variations: You can skip the chile for a milder flavor, add toasted walnuts or cashews for crunch, or serve on a bed of arugula with quinoa to make it a full meal.
• Fruit Substitution: Strawberries can be used in place of watermelon.