Fresh Watermelon Feta Salad with Mint and Balsamic Glaze
A quick and easy summer salad combining sweet watermelon, salty feta, fresh mint, and tangy balsamic glaze for a refreshing and satisfying dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups watermelon cubes (seedless or seeds removed)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped or torn
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper, a pinch
- Sea salt, light sprinkle
Instructions
- Cube the watermelon by cutting off the ends, slicing off the rind, and cutting the flesh into roughly 1-inch cubes.
- Rinse the mint leaves under cold water, pat dry, remove from stems, and roughly chop or tear.
- Crumble the feta cheese by hand or with a fork until you have about 1 cup.
- In a large bowl, gently toss the watermelon cubes with the chopped mint and crumbled feta using a spoon or salad tongs.
- Slowly drizzle 2 tablespoons of balsamic glaze over the salad. Add 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil if desired and toss gently to combine.
- Sprinkle a light pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or cover and chill in the refrigerator for up to 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
Notes
Use ripe watermelon for best sweetness. Toss gently to avoid bruising watermelon cubes. Serve soon after assembling to prevent sogginess. Balsamic glaze can be warmed slightly if too thick. For dairy-free, substitute feta with firm tofu or vegan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 150 g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 9
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, summer salad, mint salad, balsamic glaze, easy salad, refreshing salad