Fresh Watermelon Feta Mint Salad with Lime
A light, refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon, salty feta, fresh mint, and a zesty lime dressing. Perfect for quick preparation and summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups watermelon, cubed (about 1.5 pounds, seedless)
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled (about 150 grams)
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
- Juice of 2 medium limes (about 3 tablespoons or 45 ml)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (optional)
- Pinch of salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Cut approximately 1.5 pounds (about 700 grams) of seedless watermelon into bite-sized cubes, yielding about 4 cups. Place in a large mixing bowl.
- Rinse 1/4 cup of fresh mint leaves, remove from stems, and roughly chop. Add to the watermelon.
- Crumble 1 cup (about 150 grams) of feta cheese by hand and sprinkle over the watermelon and mint.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of 2 medium limes (about 3 tablespoons), 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, a pinch of salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Pour the lime dressing over the watermelon mixture and gently toss to coat evenly without breaking the cubes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Chill for 10 minutes if desired or serve immediately.
Notes
If watermelon is very juicy, drain excess liquid before adding feta to prevent sogginess. Add mint just before serving to preserve freshness. For a dairy-free version, substitute feta with vegan cheese or omit it. Basil can replace mint if unavailable. Chill ingredients before assembling for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup per serv
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Protein: 2
Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, mint salad, summer salad, lime dressing, easy salad, refreshing side