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Watermelon feta salad in a large serving plate.

Watermelon Feta Salad

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 198kcal
Author: Shinee
This refreshing watermelon feta salad is a simple, no-fuss recipe ready in less than 10 minutes! Tossed in a bright honey lemon dressing, it's the perfect combination of sweet and salty. 
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Ingredients

For honey lemon dressing:

  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice Note 1
  • 1 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon raw honey Note 2

For salad:

  • ½ medium-sized watermelon diced into 1" cubes (6 cups) Note 3
  • 2 cups thinly sliced cucumbers Note 4
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese Note 5
  • ¼ cup finely chopped fresh mint Note 6

Instructions

To make the dressing:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest and honey. If needed, microwave the mixture for 5-10 seconds to let the honey melt easily.

To make the salad:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine cubed watermelon, cucumber slices, feta and mint.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently. Serve immediately or chill for 1-2 hours in the fridge before serving.

Notes

Note 1: Lime juice and zest work great too.
Note 2: Swap honey with maple syrup or agave, if desired. 
Note 3: Choose a ripe watermelon with a bright yellow field patch and a firm but dull green rind. If watermelon isn't in season, swap with honeydew or cantaloupe.
Note 4: Mini cucumbers are great for salads. They don't need to be peeled or de-seeded. Just slice them up and they're ready to go.
Note 5: For the best results, buy a block of full-fat feta and crumble it yourself. You can also use mini mozzarella balls! 
Note 6: Substitute mint with basil, if desired. 
Storing Tips:
- Store leftover watermelon feta salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- The longer it sits in the fridge, the more juice it releases. For this reason, it won't be as fresh the next day, but still delicious!

Nutrition

Calories: 198kcal
Carbohydrates: 34g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 6g
Sugar: 27g
Sodium: 290mg