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Quick 5-Minute No-Cook Watermelon Feta Mint Salad

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A refreshing and easy summer salad combining sweet watermelon, salty feta, and fresh mint, ready in just 5 minutes without any cooking.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups watermelon, cubed (about 600g or 21 oz)
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled (about 150g or 5.3 oz)
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped or torn
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, optional to taste

Instructions

  1. Cube the watermelon into roughly 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes, about 3 minutes. Drain briefly if too watery.
  2. Rinse and pat dry the fresh mint leaves, then chop or tear gently to make about 1/4 cup.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice, sea salt, and black pepper if using.
  4. In a mixing bowl, gently toss the watermelon cubes, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped mint leaves.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss lightly to coat all ingredients evenly without mashing the watermelon.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or lime juice if needed. Serve immediately or chill up to 15 minutes.

Notes

Keep dressing separate and toss just before serving to avoid sogginess. Use ripe, seedless watermelon for best flavor. Tear mint leaves by hand for better aroma and appearance. Serve shortly after assembling for best texture. Can substitute feta with firm tofu or almond-based cheese for dairy-free version.

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Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, mint salad, summer salad, no-cook salad, quick salad, refreshing salad, easy summer recipe

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