Description
A refreshing, light, and vibrant salad perfect for hot summer days featuring juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, and tangy feta cheese, dressed with a zesty lime and olive oil dressing accented by fresh mint.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 2 cups cucumber, sliced into half-moons
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional, for sweetness)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the cubed watermelon, sliced cucumber, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped fresh mint leaves to create the base of your salad.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice, honey if using, and season with salt and black pepper to your taste, ensuring a balanced and flavorful dressing.
- Toss Salad with Dressing: Drizzle the prepared dressing evenly over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat all components without bruising the delicate watermelon and cucumber pieces.
- Chill for Flavor: Place the salad in the refrigerator and chill for 10 to 15 minutes; this step enhances the flavors and provides a cool, refreshing taste perfect for warm days.
- Serve: Serve the watermelon cucumber salad cold as a refreshing appetizer or side dish to complement your summer meals.
Notes
- Use seedless watermelon to avoid any inconvenience from seeds when eating.
- Adjust the amount of honey based on your preference for sweetness or omit for a more tangy salad.
- Fresh mint should be chopped finely to evenly distribute its flavor.
- For a vegan option, omit the feta cheese or replace it with a plant-based cheese alternative.
- Chilling the salad helps meld the flavors and makes it even more refreshing.
