Description
A refreshing salad combining the sweetness of watermelon, the crunch of cucumber, and the creaminess of feta cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups watermelon, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the diced watermelon, cucumber, feta cheese, red onion, and chopped mint leaves.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring the ingredients are evenly coated.
- Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For added crunch, include a handful of toasted walnuts or pecans.
- Substitute the feta with goat cheese for a creamier texture and different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg