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Refreshing Watermelon Salad


  • Author: Ethan Brooks
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Description

Cool off this summer with a vibrant watermelon salad that bursts with flavor! This delightful dish combines juicy watermelon, crunchy cucumber, salty feta cheese, and fresh mint, all drizzled with zesty lime juice and olive oil. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a light meal, this salad is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Serve it up and watch your friends and family rave about its refreshing taste!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 cups watermelon, cubed (about 1 small watermelon)
  • 1 cup cucumber, sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes and place them in a large bowl.
  2. Wash and slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons and add to the bowl.
  3. Crumble the feta cheese over the watermelon and cucumber.
  4. Finely chop the mint leaves and sprinkle them on top.
  5. Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and drizzle with olive oil.
  6. Gently toss everything together to combine without mashing the ingredients.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 100
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating basil or grilled shrimp. Chill the salad in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving for an enhanced refreshing taste. Substitute balsamic glaze for a unique twist on dressing.