Description
A refreshing and vibrant Watermelon-Feta Salad combining sweet, juicy watermelon cubes with salty feta cheese, crisp cucumbers, fresh mint, and tangy red onion, all tossed in a light olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. Perfect for a light summer side dish or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 3 cups cubed seedless watermelon
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 6 oz.)
- 1 cup finely chopped cucumbers
- 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh mint, plus more for serving
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
Dressing
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Optional
- Flaky sea salt for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt until well combined to create a light and tangy dressing.
- Combine salad ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add 3 cups of cubed seedless watermelon, 1 cup crumbled feta cheese, 1 cup finely chopped cucumbers, 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh mint, and 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion.
- Toss the salad: Pour the dressing over the watermelon mixture and gently toss everything together to coat the ingredients evenly without breaking up the watermelon cubes.
- Garnish and serve: Top the salad with additional fresh mint leaves and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt if desired to enhance flavor and presentation. Serve immediately for the freshest taste.
Notes
- Use seedless watermelon for ease and better texture.
- Adjust the amount of feta cheese to your taste preference for saltiness.
- Fresh mint should be added just before serving to maintain its bright flavor and vibrant color.
- This salad is best served chilled; refrigerate for 15-30 minutes prior to serving if desired.
- Optional flaky sea salt enhances texture and flavor but can be omitted for a lower sodium option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, summer salad, fresh mint salad, cucumber salad, no-cook salad, Mediterranean salad
