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Fresh Creamy Dill Cucumber Watermelon Salad with Feta

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A light and refreshing summer side dish combining crisp cucumber, juicy watermelon, salty feta, and a creamy dill dressing made with Greek yogurt. Perfect for quick preparation and ideal for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into bite-sized cubes (about 600g)
  • 2 medium English cucumbers, thinly sliced or cut into half-moons
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 150g)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (120ml), full-fat or low-fat
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: handful of fresh mint leaves
  • Optional vegan substitutions: crumbled tofu or vegan feta, coconut or almond-based yogurt

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry the watermelon. Cut into roughly 1-inch (2.5 cm) bite-sized cubes.
  2. Wash and trim the ends of the English cucumbers. Slice thinly into rounds or half-moons about 1/4-inch (0.5 cm) thick. Pat dry with paper towels if watery.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and chopped fresh dill. Add salt and pepper to taste. If dressing is too thick, add a teaspoon of water to loosen.
  4. In a large bowl, combine watermelon cubes, cucumber slices, and crumbled feta. Pour the dressing over and gently toss to coat evenly, taking care not to break up the feta.
  5. Let the salad rest for 5-10 minutes at room temperature to allow flavors to meld and the dressing to soften the feta slightly.
  6. Taste and adjust salt or pepper if needed. Sprinkle extra fresh dill on top before serving.

Notes

Prepare the salad 15-30 minutes before serving to avoid watery texture. Use firm English or Persian cucumbers and pat dry to reduce moisture. Fresh dill is essential for flavor. Avoid overdressing to keep salad crisp. For vegan version, substitute feta and Greek yogurt with plant-based alternatives.

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Keywords: summer salad, cucumber salad, watermelon salad, feta salad, creamy dill dressing, refreshing side dish, easy salad recipe

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