This watermelon feta salad with mint is the definition of a refreshing summer side dish! A hit at every get together, this is a family favorite; sweet, juicy watermelon, tossed in a simple lime juice dressing, finished with plenty of salty feta and fresh mint leaves. It just doesn’t get better than this! Perfect for any cookout, BBQ, or summer party.
I love a good fruit salad in the summer, but I’m always looking for ways to kick the basic one up a notch. This salad does just that! Tender, juicy watermelon combined with salty feta cheese and a tart, sweet dressing makes the ultimate flavor combo. If you haven’t tried salt with watermelon, you are in for a major treat!
What Makes This Recipe So Good
Watermelon – Sweet and refreshing, watermelon goes so well with the saltiness of the other ingredients.
Feta – Crumbled feta is the perfect soft, salty cheese for this salad.
Mint leaves – With a sweet, cool flavor, mint adds another touch of summer to this salad.
Olive oil and lime juice – Combined together, they make a light, citrusy dressing that makes the flavors of the fruit and cheese pop.
How To Make Watermelon Feta Salad
Whisk together the olive oil, salt, and lime juice.
Add watermelon to a large bowl and toss with dressing right before serving
Gently fold in the feta and mint.
Top Tips For Making
- Make sure to assemble the salad right before serving, otherwise, it becomes really juicy and soggy.
- Not sure how to cut a watermelon? Check out my post on how to cut and pick the perfect watermelon.
- Click here for tips on juicing a lime and how much juice is in one lime.
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Watermelon Feta Salad
This sweet and salty salad is light, refreshing, and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 8 cups watermelon cubed
- 1/2 cup feta crumbled
- 1/4 cup mint leaves chopped, loose cup
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
Whisk together olive oil, salt, and lime juice.
Place watermelon in large bowl and toss with dressing right before serving, then gently fold in feta and mint.
Recipe Notes
- Assembly: Make salad immediately prior to serving so that it doesn’t become too juicy.
- Watermelon: How to cut a watermelon and pick a ripe one each time.
- Lime juice: How much juice is in one lime.
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