Description
A refreshing and easy salad perfect for hot summer days, combining sweet watermelon, crisp cucumbers, and salty feta cheese for a delightful contrast.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups Seedless watermelon, cut into bite sized cubes (Chilled for extra refreshment)
- 2 cups Cucumbers, sliced or cubed (Persian or English cucumbers preferred for crunch)
- 1 cup Feta cheese, crumbled (Use block feta for best texture)
- 1/4 cup Fresh mint, torn or chopped (Add just before serving for freshness)
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice (Freshly squeezed is best)
- 1 tablespoon Honey (Adjust based on watermelon sweetness)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil (Extra virgin recommended)
- to taste Salt and black pepper (Add at the end for better texture)
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut cold watermelon into cubes and add to a big bowl.
- Slice cucumbers into half moons or chunks and add them in.
- Sprinkle in crumbled feta.
- Add torn mint.
- Drizzle with honey lime dressing and toss gently.
Honey Lime Dressing
- In a small bowl, stir together lime juice, honey, olive oil, plus a pinch of salt and black pepper.
- Taste and adjust the lime and honey as needed.
Notes
Chill for 10-15 minutes for flavors to mingle but avoid letting it sit too long to prevent sogginess. Store ingredients separately if making ahead.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean