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Fresh Watermelon Feta Cucumber Mint Salad

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A quick and refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, salty feta, and fresh mint for a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups watermelon, cubed (seedless if possible)
  • 1 large English cucumber, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 1 fresh lime
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cut about 4 cups of watermelon into bite-sized cubes using a sharp knife and a large cutting board. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes if too cold.
  2. Peel the cucumber if the skin is thick or waxed, then dice into 1/2-inch pieces.
  3. If using, thinly slice 2 tablespoons of red onion and soak in cold water for 5 minutes to mellow sharpness.
  4. Finely chop 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves.
  5. In a large bowl, gently toss together the watermelon, cucumber, red onion, and mint.
  6. Crumble 1 cup of feta cheese over the top and add last to avoid breaking down.
  7. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil and the juice of one lime over the salad. Season with salt and pepper sparingly.
  8. Toss gently to combine all flavors without crushing the watermelon.
  9. Let the salad sit for 5 minutes at room temperature to allow flavors to mingle. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use ripe watermelon that sounds hollow when tapped and has a creamy yellow spot. Toss gently to avoid crushing watermelon cubes. Add salt sparingly due to feta’s saltiness. Prepare close to serving time for best freshness. Keep dressing separate if prepping ahead.

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Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, cucumber salad, summer salad, fresh mint, easy salad recipe, healthy salad, quick salad

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