Watermelon and Feta Salad
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4.9
Watermelon and Feta Salad
Description
Watermelon and Feta Salad brings together simple ingredients to highlight complementary flavors and textures. The watermelon is cut into cubes offering juicy sweetness and a cool sensation. Crumbled feta adds a creamy, salty contrast, contributing richness without weighing down the salad. Fresh mint chiffonade provides a bright herbal note that lifts the dish. Pita bread is brushed with olive oil, seasoned, char grilled briefly, then baked until crisp to create pita croutons adding a satisfying crunch.
The salad is assembled by placing the watermelon cubes in a bowl, topping them with crumbled feta, and finishing with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and freshly cut mint leaves. This layering enhances visual appeal while distributing the flavors evenly. The combination of ingredients makes it a light, hydrating dish suitable for summertime meals or as an accompaniment to grilled meats and seafood.
Ingredients
- 400 grams watermelon cut in 2
- pita croutons
- feta cheese
- extra virgin olive oil
- mint chiffonade
Instructions
Pita Bread:
- Brush the pita with olive oil, season with salt.
- Char grill lightly, cut into 1/12’s place cut pita flatly on a tray.
- Bake at 180° C/ 175° F for 5-7 mins til dry and toasted.
To Serve:
- Place water melon cubes in to a clean serving bowl.
- Top with crumbled feta.
- Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and mint chiffonnade.