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Refreshing Watermelon Cucumber Feta Salad: Perfect Summer Seasonal Foods

A crisp, sweet, and savory salad that celebrates summer seasonal foods with juicy watermelon, cool cucumber, and tangy feta cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Quick Meals, Salads, Side Dishes
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 135
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups seedless watermelon, cubed about 1 small watermelon
  • 1 whole English cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced no need to peel
  • 6 oz feta cheese, crumbled or use a block and crumble yourself
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped packed loosely
  • 1 whole lime, juiced about 2 tablespoons
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt flakes or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper or to taste

Method
 

  1. In a large serving bowl, combine the cubed watermelon, sliced cucumber, crumbled feta, and chopped mint.
  2. Drizzle the fresh lime juice over the top, then sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper.
  3. Very gently toss everything together with a large spoon or your hands, being careful not to break up the watermelon too much.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning or lime juice as needed. Serve immediately, or chill for 15 minutes for a cooler salad.

Nutrition

Calories: 135kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 420mgFiber: 1gSugar: 11g

Notes

For extra crunch, add a handful of toasted almonds or pistachios. This salad is best served fresh; leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 1 day but will release liquid. If making ahead, keep the dressing separate and toss just before serving. Use a block of feta instead of pre-crumbled for better texture. Season lightly at first, then adjust to taste—the feta adds saltiness. For a California twist, use Meyer lemon juice instead of lime.

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