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Fresh Watermelon Feta Mint Salad Recipe with Zesty Lime Dressing

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A quick and refreshing summer salad combining sweet watermelon, salty feta, fresh mint, and a zesty lime dressing. Perfect for light meals and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups watermelon, cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey or agave nectar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste

Instructions

  1. Cut about 6 cups (900 g) of watermelon into bite-sized cubes. Remove any seeds if not using seedless watermelon.
  2. Thinly slice 1/4 cup (about 40 g) of red onion. Optional: soak slices in cold water for 10 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
  3. Roughly chop 1/2 cup (about 15 g) of fresh mint leaves or tear gently with fingers.
  4. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together 3 tablespoons (45 ml) extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) honey or agave nectar, 1/4 teaspoon (1.5 g) salt, and 1/8 teaspoon (0.5 g) freshly ground black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. In a large bowl, gently toss the watermelon cubes, crumbled feta cheese, sliced onion, and chopped mint.
  6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss lightly to combine, being careful not to break up the watermelon.
  7. Let the salad rest for 5-10 minutes at room temperature before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

Use ripe but firm watermelon to avoid mushiness. Toss gently to keep watermelon cubes intact. Fresh lime juice is essential for best flavor. Let salad rest before serving for flavors to meld. Store dressing separately if making ahead to prevent sogginess.

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Keywords: watermelon salad, feta cheese, mint salad, lime dressing, summer salad, refreshing salad, easy salad recipe

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