Description
This vibrant Watermelon Salad with Feta Cheese is the ultimate summer refresher, perfect for gatherings, picnics, and barbecues. The delightful combination of juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, and creamy feta creates a delicious balance of sweet and savory flavors that everyone will love. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutritious ingredients. Whether served as a side dish alongside grilled meats or as a light lunch on its own, this salad offers versatility and freshness for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cubed watermelon
- 1 medium cucumber (diced)
- 8 oz feta cheese (diced)
- ½ cup chopped fresh herbs (basil, mint, parsley)
- ½ cup thinly sliced red onion
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red apple vinegar
- 1 tablespoon runny honey
- ¼ teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
Instructions
- In a shallow salad dish, combine the cubed watermelon, diced cucumber, feta cheese, fresh herbs, and sliced red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red apple vinegar, honey, and salt until well blended.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve; it’s best enjoyed within 1-2 hours for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg