Watermelon Feta Salad

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Watermelon feta salad is a quick no-cook salad made with sweet watermelon, salty feta cheese, mint and lemon dressing. It is light, fresh and balanced in taste. The salad comes together in minutes and is served chilled. It works well as a summer side, starter or light meal.

Prep Time10

Cook Time0

Course: Appetizer, Salad

Cuisine: Mediterranean, World

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Difficulty Level: Moderate

Servings:

Calories: 184kcal

Author: Dassana Amit

Ingredients

3 cups watermelon cubes
100 grams block of feta cheese cut into chunks
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons mint leaves – chopped
1 to 2 tablespoons green olives – sliced, optional
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon crushed black pepper or ground black pepper
2 pinches salt – optional, only if needed
2 teaspoons lemon juice or add according to taste
1 tablespoon mint leaves – chopped for garnish

Instructions

Add chopped watermelon to a bowl.
Add olives and mint and mix lightly.
Add feta chunks on top.
Sprinkle oregano, black pepper and salt if needed.
Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice.
Mix gently and taste to adjust seasoning.
Garnish with mint and serve immediately.

Notes

Use ripe and firm watermelon for best texture.
Add salt only after tasting.
Do not overmix as feta can break.
Serve immediately for best freshness.

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