Fresh Watermelon Feta Salad with Mint and Olive Oil Dressing
A refreshing and easy-to-make summer salad combining juicy watermelon, salty feta cheese, fresh mint, and a homemade olive oil and lime dressing. Perfect for light lunches, BBQs, or picnics.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10-15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups watermelon, cubed (about 600 grams)
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled (about 150 grams)
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped or whole
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Pinch of sea salt, to taste
- Pinch of freshly ground black pepper (optional)
- Optional: toasted pine nuts or chopped cucumber for crunch and extra freshness
Instructions
- Cut watermelon into bite-sized cubes, about 4 cups, and place in a large mixing bowl.
- Crumble 1 cup of feta cheese gently with fingers or a fork and add to the watermelon.
- Wash and roughly chop or tear ¼ cup fresh mint leaves and add to the bowl.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, a pinch of sea salt, and optional black pepper until combined and slightly emulsified.
- Pour the dressing over the watermelon, feta, and mint mixture.
- Gently toss everything together with salad tongs or large spoons, coating all ingredients lightly without breaking the watermelon cubes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or lime juice if needed. Optionally, sprinkle toasted pine nuts on top.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes if desired to let flavors meld, or serve immediately.
Notes
Use ripe, seedless watermelon for best flavor and texture. Crumble feta by hand for a light texture. Toss salad gently to keep watermelon cubes intact. Dressing can be whisked or shaken in a jar. Salad is best served fresh or chilled and should be consumed within 24 hours. For dairy-free, substitute feta with vegan cheese or firm tofu.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup per serv
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 11
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, summer salad, mint salad, olive oil dressing, easy salad, fresh salad, healthy salad