Description
A refreshing and light watermelon cucumber salad that perfectly combines sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. This easy-to-make salad features juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, creamy feta cheese, fresh mint, and a zesty lime dressing, ideal for hot summer days and perfect as an appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 2 cups cucumber, sliced into half-moons
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional, for sweetness)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine the main ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cubed watermelon, sliced cucumber, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped fresh mint leaves. Gently stir to distribute the ingredients.
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice, honey if using, and salt and black pepper to taste until the dressing is well combined and slightly emulsified.
- Toss the salad with dressing: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the watermelon mixture and gently toss the salad until all components are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Chill before serving: Place the salad in the refrigerator and chill for 10 to 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and serve cold for best taste.
- Serve: Enjoy the salad as a refreshing appetizer or a light side dish on a hot summer day.
Notes
- If you prefer a sweeter salad, add the honey to the dressing; it is optional.
- For a variation, substitute lime juice with fresh lemon juice for a slightly different citrus flavor.
- Use seedless watermelon to make eating the salad more convenient and enjoyable.
- Chilling the salad enhances the flavors but avoid making it too far in advance to keep the cucumber and watermelon fresh and crisp.
- This salad pairs well with grilled meats or seafood as a cooling side dish.
