Description
A refreshing and vibrant summer salad combining sweet watermelon, salty feta cheese, and fresh herbs, perfect for warm weather gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine cubed watermelon, crumbled feta cheese, and red onion.
- Gently toss to mix without breaking the feta too much.
- Add chopped mint leaves and drizzle with olive oil.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze if using.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Notes
- Use seedless watermelon for convenience.
- Serve immediately to avoid the salad becoming too watery.
- You can add cucumber or arugula for extra crunch and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg