Description
A refreshing and hydrating summer salad made with juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, tangy feta, and fresh mint, perfect for a light side dish or appetizer.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups watermelon, cubed
- 2 cups cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cubed watermelon and sliced cucumber.
- Add the crumbled feta cheese and chopped mint leaves.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
- Chill for 15-20 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Notes
- Use seedless watermelon for convenience.
- You can substitute lime juice with lemon juice if preferred.
- Add red onions or arugula for extra flavor complexity.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg