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Watermelon Feta Cucumber Salad

Refreshing Watermelon Feta Cucumber Salad for Hot Summer Days

This Watermelon Feta Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and hydrating dish perfect for summer.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Summer
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Watermelon cut into medium-sized cubes
  • 1 large Cucumber sliced into half-moons or quartered pieces
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint chopped
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil extra virgin recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
For Seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by cutting the cold watermelon into medium-sized cubes, placing them in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Wash the cucumber thoroughly and slice it into half-moons or quartered pieces, then add it to the bowl with watermelon.
  3. Crumble feta cheese generously over the mixture and sprinkle in the chopped mint leaves.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil and lemon juice until emulsified.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad, gently tossing to combine without mashing the watermelon.
  6. Allow the salad to rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Keep dressing separate until serving.

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