Summer is the perfect time to enjoy light, refreshing salads that highlight the season's freshest ingredients. Watermelon and Feta Salad is a delightful combination of sweet juicy watermelon, salty feta cheese, and aromatic fresh herbs. This simple watermelon salad recipe is perfect for hot summer days, summer cookouts, and potlucks.

watermelon salad with two small bowls and mint

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Tips for the Best Watermelon Feta Salad
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Refreshing Watermelon Feta Salad, with mint and basil

Tips for the Best Watermelon Feta Salad

Peak Season: For the juiciest and sweetest flavor, use fresh watermelon when it's watermelon season. Florida has two main watermelon growing seasons, with peak production from March through July and October through December.
Flavor Combination: The perfect balance of salty feta and sweet watermelon makes this salad a crowd favorite.
Fresh Ingredients: Opt for fresh mint and basil to add to the salad's refreshing taste.
Easy Recipe: This salad is an easy way to add a quick side dish to your summer meal.

Ingredients

Seedless Watermelon
Crumbled Feta Cheese
Mint
Basil
Balsamic Vinegar
Red Onion
Lemon or Lime Juice
Olive Oil
Salt and Pepper

See the recipe for ingredient amounts.

This recipe is a must try side dish during hot summer days. Its vibrant flavors and simple preparation make it ideal for any occasion, from family dinners to summer potlucks. Savor the delightful blend of sweet watermelon and salty cheese flavors in this summer salad. Pair it with Cuban Mojo Chicken and Cilantro Lime Rice to make it a complete summer meal.

watermelon salad overview two glasses and two bowls

Refreshing Watermelon Feta Salad, with mint and basil

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 0

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings

Equipment

Ingredients

4 cups seedless watermelon cubed (or use a melon baller)
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tbsp. fresh mint leaves finely chopped
2 tbsp. fresh basil leaves finely chopped
¼ red onion thinly sliced
2 tbsp. olive oil
1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp. fresh squeezed lime juice or lemon juice + a pinch of sugar
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients:

In a large bowl, combine the cubed watermelon, crumbled feta cheese, finely chopped mint leaves, finely chopped basil leaves, and thinly sliced red onion. The watermelon's sweetness pairs beautifully with the tangy feta and aromatic herbs.

Dress the Salad:

Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the watermelon mixture. Add the freshly squeezed lime juice.

Season and Toss:

Season the salad with salt and black pepper to taste. Gently toss the ingredients to combine, ensuring the flavors are well distributed.

Serve:

This watermelon feta salad is best served chilled. Transfer to a small bowl or mason jar for individual servings or keep it in an airtight container for easy transport to summer events.

Keyword Basil, Feta, Lime, Mint, TGBTG, Watermelon

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