Description
Bright, juicy watermelon meets crumbly feta cheese and fragrant mint in this Watermelon Feta Mint Salad, a refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer. Perfect for picnics or backyard barbecues, this vibrant salad is not only eye-catching but also a delightful blend of sweet and salty flavors that will impress your guests and elevate any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Cut watermelon into bite-sized cubes and place in a large bowl.
- Crumble feta cheese over the watermelon.
- Tear fresh mint leaves into smaller pieces and add to the bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil and lime juice; pour over salad mixture.
- Gently toss to combine all ingredients evenly. Season with black pepper if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider adding sliced cucumbers or swapping feta with goat cheese for a tangy twist. Serve immediately for best freshness or refrigerate without mint until ready to enjoy.