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Fresh Watermelon Feta Salad with Mint and Red Onion

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A light, crisp, and refreshing summer salad combining sweet watermelon, tangy feta, fresh mint, and red onion with a zesty lime dressing. Perfect for quick meals and summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups watermelon, cubed (seedless preferred)
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 1 lime)
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
  • Optional: Pinch of chili flakes
  • Optional: 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts or walnuts

Instructions

  1. Cut watermelon into 1-inch cubes, yielding about 4 cups, and place in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Peel and thinly slice the red onion. Soak in cold water for 10 minutes if a milder flavor is desired, then drain and pat dry.
  3. Remove mint leaves from stems and roughly chop about 1/4 cup.
  4. Add the red onion slices and chopped mint to the bowl with the watermelon cubes. Crumble 1 cup of feta cheese over the top and gently break it up.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, a pinch of sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  6. Gently fold the dressing into the watermelon mixture using salad servers or two large spoons, being careful not to mash the watermelon.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed. Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of chili flakes for subtle heat.
  8. Serve immediately or chill for up to 30 minutes before serving. Avoid storing longer to prevent sogginess.

Notes

[‘Use a ripe but firm watermelon to avoid mushy salad.’, ‘Soak red onion slices in cold water to mellow sharpness if desired.’, ‘Use fresh mint leaves for best flavor; avoid dried mint.’, ‘Add salt gradually as feta is naturally salty.’, ‘Prepare just before serving to keep watermelon firm and prevent sogginess.’, ‘Gently toss to keep watermelon cubes intact and feta from becoming mushy.’, ‘Optional additions include cucumber, chili flakes, and toasted nuts for extra texture and flavor.’, ‘For a dairy-free option, substitute feta with vegan cheese or crumbled avocado.’, ‘Try a drizzle of balsamic glaze for a sweet and tangy twist.’]

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Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, summer salad, mint salad, red onion salad, refreshing salad, easy salad recipe

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