Watermelon Feta Mint Salad (Print Version)

A vibrant summer salad featuring watermelon, feta, fresh mint, olive oil, and lime juice.

# What You'll Need:

→ Produce

01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, finely chopped

→ Dairy

03 - 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled

→ Pantry

04 - 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large bowl, gently combine the watermelon cubes, crumbled feta, and chopped mint.
02 - Drizzle the olive oil and lime juice over the salad.
03 - Toss lightly to mix, taking care not to break up the watermelon.
04 - Serve immediately, garnished with additional mint if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It comes together in under 10 minutes, meaning you can prep it while your grill is still heating up.
  • The salty feta plays against the sweet watermelon in a way that makes your taste buds wake up and pay attention.
  • It's the kind of dish that looks fancier than it actually is, so you'll feel like a culinary genius with minimal effort.
02 -
  • If you make this more than an hour ahead, the watermelon will start to weep and the salad will become watery and sad—I learned this the hard way at a catered event.
  • Don't skip chilling the watermelon beforehand; the cold makes every flavor pop and gives you that refreshing mouthfeel that makes this salad shine in summer heat.
03 -
  • A small whisk or fork can help you break up the feta into perfect bite-sized crumbles without your hands warming the cheese.
  • If you find yourself with leftover salad that's gotten watery, drain it and serve it over Greek yogurt with extra mint—it transforms into a completely different, equally delicious dish.
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