Watermelon Salad with Feta

Name: Watermelon Salad with Feta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 4 cups cubed watermelon (seedless, chilled); ½ cup crumbled feta cheese; ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion (optional); 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 tbsp fresh lime juice or balsamic glaze; Fresh mint or basil leaves, chopped; Salt and black pepper, to taste

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Light, juicy, and refreshingly salty-sweet — this Watermelon Salad with Feta is summer in a bowl. With crisp watermelon, creamy feta, and a touch of fresh herbs, it’s a perfect balance of flavors and textures.

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Origin Watermelon Salad with Feta

Watermelon and cheese is a beloved pairing in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. This version, popularized in modern kitchens, brings together Greek influences with warm-weather ingredients.

What I Love About This Recipe

It’s vibrant, takes just minutes to prepare, and never fails to impress. The salty feta enhances the sweetness of the melon, while mint or basil adds a pop of freshness that ties everything together.

Watermelon Salad with Feta

Recipe by RecipeWikki

Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Cooking time

minutes

Calories

140

kcal

Ingredients

4 cups cubed watermelon (seedless, chilled)
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup thinly sliced red onion (optional)
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp fresh lime juice or balsamic glaze
Fresh mint or basil leaves, chopped
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Directions

In a large bowl, gently combine watermelon cubes, red onion (if using), and feta.
Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice or balsamic glaze.
Add chopped herbs, and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Toss gently to mix, being careful not to break the feta too much.
Serve immediately, or chill for 10–15 minutes before serving.