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Refreshing Watermelon Feta Salad with Mint

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A light, vibrant, and addictive summer salad combining juicy watermelon, salty feta cheese, and fresh mint, perfect for parties and quick meals.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups watermelon, cubed (seedless or seeds removed)
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Sea salt, a pinch or two
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: handful of arugula or baby spinach
  • Optional: 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts

Instructions

  1. Cut about 6 cups (900 g) of watermelon into bite-sized cubes, removing rind carefully. Place in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Measure 1 cup (150 g) of feta cheese and crumble gently using fingers or a fork.
  3. Wash, dry, and finely chop about 1/4 cup (10 g) fresh mint leaves.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil and 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lime juice. Add a pinch of sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
  5. Pour the dressing over the watermelon cubes, crumbled feta, and chopped mint. Gently toss to combine without breaking the watermelon or crumbling the feta too much.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice if needed.
  7. Optionally, add a handful of arugula or baby spinach and/or toasted pine nuts for extra texture and flavor.
  8. Serve immediately for best texture or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours. Toss gently before serving.

Notes

Use fresh, firm feta and bright mint leaves for best flavor. Gently toss ingredients to keep watermelon crisp and feta intact. Drain excess watermelon juice if too watery. Serve chilled but not ice-cold (15-20 minutes in fridge). Fresh lime juice preferred over bottled. Optional add-ins include arugula, spinach, pine nuts, or balsamic glaze. For vegan version, omit feta and add nuts or plant-based cheese.

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Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, summer salad, mint salad, refreshing salad, easy salad, party salad, healthy salad

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