Fresh Watermelon Feta Salad Recipe with Mint and Lime
A quick and refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon, salty feta, fresh mint, and tangy lime juice for a perfect balance of flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
- Juice of 1 large lime (about 2 tablespoons)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Pinch of sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, optional
Instructions
- Cut seedless watermelon into 1-inch cubes and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- Rinse, pat dry, and finely chop fresh mint leaves, crushing gently between fingers before chopping.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, extra virgin olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper if using. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Pour dressing over watermelon cubes and toss gently to coat without breaking the fruit.
- Add chopped mint and crumbled feta cheese, then toss lightly to combine.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving for best flavor, or serve immediately if preferred.
Notes
Use ripe, seedless watermelon with a creamy yellow spot for best sweetness. Avoid overmixing once feta is added to prevent mushiness. Fresh lime juice is recommended over bottled. Chill salad up to 1 hour max to avoid excess juice dilution. For dairy-free, substitute feta with crumbled firm tofu or vegan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, summer salad, mint lime salad, refreshing salad, easy salad recipe