Description
Summer’s signature dish, Greek Watermelon Feta Salad, blends sweet and salty flavors in a refreshing Mediterranean-inspired creation. Cool cucumber and juicy blueberries complement the classic combination, promising a perfect balance of crisp textures and delightful taste sensations you’ll crave.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Fruits and Vegetables:
- 4 cups (960 milliliters / 32 ounces) watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup (240 milliliters / 8 ounces) cucumber, thinly sliced (English or Persian cucumbers work best)
- 1 cup (240 milliliters / 8 ounces) fresh blueberries
Cheese and Herb:
- ½ cup (120 milliliters / 4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters / 2 ounces) fresh mint leaves, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
Dressing Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) lime zest
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the zesty dressing by whisking olive oil, honey, freshly squeezed lime juice, and grated lime zest in a small mixing bowl. Season with a pinch of salt and freshly ground pepper until the mixture emulsifies into a smooth, vibrant vinaigrette.
- Select a spacious serving bowl and carefully dice the watermelon into uniform, bite-sized cubes. Slice cucumbers into delicate, thin rounds that will complement the watermelon’s juicy texture.
- Gently introduce plump blueberries to the watermelon and cucumber mixture, creating a colorful and refreshing base for the salad. Sprinkle finely chopped mint leaves throughout the ingredients, allowing the herb’s aromatic essence to permeate the dish.
- Drizzle the prepared honey-lime dressing over the fruit and vegetable medley, using a light touch to ensure each ingredient is subtly coated without becoming soggy.
- Crumble tangy feta cheese across the top of the salad, allowing the creamy white chunks to contrast beautifully with the vibrant fruits and vegetables.
- For an elegant presentation, garnish with additional fresh mint leaves and optionally add a final whisper of honey for enhanced sweetness. Serve chilled immediately to preserve the salad’s crisp texture and bright flavors.
Notes
- Customize the dressing by adjusting honey-to-lime ratio for balanced sweetness and tanginess.
- Use seedless watermelon to streamline preparation and ensure smoother salad texture.
- Chill ingredients beforehand to enhance the refreshing quality and maintain crisp vegetable texture.
- For a protein boost, consider adding grilled chicken or shrimp without compromising the salad’s delicate flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg