Fresh Watermelon Feta Mint Salad with Balsamic Glaze
A refreshing summer salad combining sweet watermelon, salty feta, and fresh mint, finished with a tangy balsamic glaze. Perfect for quick, no-fuss gatherings and light meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups watermelon, cubed (ripe, seedless)
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- Freshly ground black pepper, a pinch
- Sea salt, to taste
- Optional: 1 cup arugula or baby spinach
Instructions
- Rinse the watermelon and cut into roughly 1-inch cubes. Place in a mixing bowl.
- Crumble 1 cup of feta cheese into the bowl with the watermelon.
- Rinse and roughly chop 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves and add to the bowl.
- Drizzle 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil over the salad and toss gently to coat without breaking the watermelon cubes.
- Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper over the mix and toss lightly again.
- Just before serving, drizzle 2 tablespoons of balsamic glaze over the top.
- If using, toss 1 cup of arugula or baby spinach with the salad at step 4 for extra greens.
Notes
Keep watermelon chilled until serving for maximum refreshment. Toss gently to keep watermelon cubes intact and feta from clumping. Drizzle balsamic glaze just before serving to maintain its glossy texture. Store components separately if prepping ahead and add glaze last to avoid sogginess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (150 g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0.1
- Sodium: 0.25
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 0.3
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, summer salad, mint salad, balsamic glaze, easy salad, healthy side dish