Watermelon Salad with Cucumber and Feta – A Refreshing Summer Delight
A hydrating and refreshing summer salad that balances the sweetness of watermelon, the crunch of cucumber, and the salty creaminess of feta. Perfect for hot days, healthy lunches, or light side dishes. Ready in just 15 minutes with zero cooking involved.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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3 cups watermelon, cubed (chilled)
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1 cup cucumber, sliced or diced
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½ cup feta cheese, crumbled (preferably block feta)
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¼ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped (or basil)
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1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
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1 tbsp fresh lime or lemon juice
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Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
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Optional: thinly sliced red onion, avocado chunks, balsamic glaze drizzle
Instructions
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Wash and dry all fresh ingredients.
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Cut watermelon into medium cubes and slice the cucumber (no need to peel if using English cucumber).
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Crumble feta cheese using your hands or a fork.
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In a large bowl or on a platter, layer watermelon, cucumber, feta, and fresh herbs.
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Drizzle with olive oil and lime/lemon juice.
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Season lightly with salt and pepper.
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Toss gently and chill for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 105 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g