Watermelon Salad with Feta: A Fresh Summer Favorite
Watermelon Salad with Feta is a refreshing summer salad made with watermelon, cucumber, avocado, fresh herbs, and lime dressing.
Ingredients
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- ½ garlic clove minced
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
Salad
- 5 cups cubed watermelon
- 1 heaping cup diced English cucumber
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
- ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 avocado cubed
- ⅓ cup torn fresh mint or basil leaves
- ½ jalapeño or serrano pepper thinly sliced (optional)
- Sea salt to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, and sea salt until fully combined.
- Arrange the watermelon cubes, cucumber, and sliced red onion on a serving platter.
- Drizzle half of the dressing over the fruit and vegetables.
- Scatter the feta cheese, avocado, mint or basil, and sliced pepper over the top.
- Pour the remaining dressing evenly across the salad.
- Season lightly with additional sea salt if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing Watermelon Salad with Feta
Notes
- Substitute goat cheese for feta if preferred.
- Add arugula for extra greens and peppery flavor.
- Fresh basil and mint can be combined for additional depth.
- This salad pairs beautifully with grilled chicken, seafood, kebabs, or sandwiches.
- Best enjoyed immediately after preparation.