Fresh Watermelon Cucumber Feta Salad with Mint
A light, refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, tangy feta, and fresh mint with a simple lime and olive oil dressing. Perfect for quick meals or summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 1 large English cucumber, peeled and diced
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Pinch of sea salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, optional
Instructions
- Cut a seedless watermelon into 1-inch cubes (about 4 cups). Use a sharp knife and keep pieces uniform.
- Peel the English cucumber and cut into 1/2-inch cubes. Set aside.
- Remove mint leaves from stems and roughly chop to about 1/3 cup.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, a pinch of sea salt, and a few grinds of black pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine watermelon cubes, diced cucumber, and chopped mint. Pour dressing over and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Crumble 1 cup of firm feta cheese over the salad and fold in gently, keeping feta chunky.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more sea salt or lime juice if desired. Let salad rest 5-10 minutes at room temperature before serving.
Notes
Drain excess watermelon juice if very juicy to prevent sogginess. Use fresh mint leaves, not dried. Keep feta cold until serving to maintain texture. Toss salad just before serving for best freshness. Optional additions include toasted nuts, red onion slices, or a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup per serv
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Protein: 3
Keywords: watermelon salad, cucumber salad, feta salad, summer salad, mint salad, easy salad, gluten-free, low calorie