Description
A refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon, tangy feta cheese, and fragrant mint for a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups watermelon, cubed
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Wash the watermelon thoroughly, slice off the rind, and cube the fruit into bite-sized pieces. Chop the mint leaves finely and crumble the feta cheese.
- Mix the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the cubed watermelon, chopped mint, and crumbled feta. Stir gently to mix without smashing the watermelon.
- Add the Dressing: Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad mixture.
- Toss Gently: Use a large spoon to gently toss everything together, ensuring all ingredients are coated.
- Season the Salad: Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
- Serve: Present the salad in a large bowl or plate individual servings. Refrigerate briefly before serving if desired.
Notes
Best served chilled. Consider adding a drizzle of honey for extra sweetness or a sprinkle of chopped nuts for added crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg