Description
Enjoy a vibrant Watermelon Salad with Feta thatβs perfect for summer gatherings! This refreshing dish combines juicy watermelon, creamy feta, and aromatic mint, all drizzled with balsamic glaze and olive oil. Ideal for picnics or barbecues, this salad takes just 15 minutes to prepare and is sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup block feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chill the watermelon for added refreshment. Cut it into bite-sized cubes.
- In a large bowl, crumble the feta cheese into small pieces.
- Add the torn mint leaves to the bowl.
- Gently fold in the watermelon cubes until everything is combined without mashing.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze and olive oil; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and freshness!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For a twist, substitute feta cheese with goat cheese or add toasted nuts for extra crunch. To enhance flavor, consider adding a squeeze of lime juice. This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days.