Refreshing Watermelon Feta Salad, with mint and basil
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.
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.
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