This Watermelon Salad with Cucumber and Feta is the perfect summer side dish, blending the refreshing sweetness of watermelon with the crispness of cucumber and the saltiness of feta. Drizzled with a mint-lime dressing, it’s a vibrant, hydrating, and quick-to-make salad that’s perfect for barbecues, potlucks, and casual dinners.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 4 cups cubed watermelon (about 1 small watermelon)
- 1 cucumber, sliced and halved (or quartered)
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Cube the watermelon and slice the cucumber. Add both to a large bowl.
- Add Feta and Mint: Crumble the feta cheese over the watermelon and cucumber, then sprinkle the chopped fresh mint.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey (if using), and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Toss and Serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine. Taste and adjust with more lime juice, honey, or salt if desired.
- Chill and Serve: Serve immediately or refrigerate for 10–15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- This salad can be prepped ahead and dressed just before serving.
- Add some heat by tossing in a few slices of jalapeño for a spicy kick.
- For a different twist, try swapping feta for crumbled goat cheese for a creamier texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for 1–3 days. The feta may turn pink due to the watermelon juices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
