Description
Discover a refreshing watermelon feta salad recipe, a summer hit in Rhode Island, Vermont, and more! Packed with health benefits and local twists, this dish is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cubed watermelon (seedless)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Base: Cube the watermelon into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
- Add Crunch and Zest: Toss in the sliced cucumber and finely chopped red onion.
- Cheese it Up: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese generously over the mix.
- Herb Magic: Add the chopped mint leaves for a burst of freshness.
- Dress to Impress: Drizzle olive oil and balsamic glaze over the salad, then add a pinch of salt and a twist of pepper.
- Toss and Serve: Gently toss to coat evenly and serve immediately, or chill for 15 minutes.
Notes
- Choose ripe watermelon with a yellow spot on the rind for optimal sweetness.
- For a local twist, try adding grilled shrimp in Rhode Island or maple syrup in Vermont.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: ~150 kcal (estimated)
- Sugar: ~12g (estimated)
- Sodium: ~400mg (estimated)
- Fat: ~10g (estimated)
- Saturated Fat: ~5g (estimated)
- Unsaturated Fat: ~4g (estimated)
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~15g (estimated)
- Fiber: ~1g (estimated)
- Protein: ~5g (estimated)
- Cholesterol: ~25mg (estimated)
Keywords: watermelon feta salad, watermelon salad, feta salad, cucumber salad, summer recipes