Fresh Watermelon Feta Mint Salad with Tangy Lime Dressing
A quick and refreshing summer salad combining sweet watermelon, tangy feta, fresh mint, and a zesty lime dressing. Perfect as a light lunch or a side for grilled dishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups watermelon, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey or agave nectar (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, a couple of turns
Instructions
- Cut off the rind and slice the watermelon into approximately 1-inch cubes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey or agave nectar, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
- Rinse and pat dry the fresh mint leaves, then roughly chop them.
- In a medium bowl, gently combine the watermelon cubes, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped mint.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss carefully to coat evenly without breaking up the watermelon or feta too much.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice if needed.
- Serve immediately or chill for up to 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Do not dress the salad too far in advance to avoid sogginess. Toss gently to keep watermelon and feta intact. Chill watermelon beforehand for extra refreshment. Mint can be substituted with basil. For vegan option, replace feta with vegan cheese or seasoned tofu.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approxima
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1.5
- Protein: 7
Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, mint salad, lime dressing, summer salad, refreshing salad, easy salad, gluten-free, vegan option