Watermelon Salad with Feta and Cucumber
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Watermelon Salad with Feta and Cucumber
Description
Watermelon Salad with Feta and Cucumber is a light and vibrant dish featuring large cubes of watermelon and peeled, sliced, quartered cucumber pieces that provide crispness and moisture. Cubed feta cheese adds a creamy, salty contrast, while finely chopped fresh mint contributes a cool herbal note. The dressing is a straightforward mixture of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice, and a touch of honey to add subtle sweetness.
After whisking the dressing together, the watermelon, cucumber, mint, and dressing are combined gently to incorporate flavors without crushing the fruit. Feta is added last and stirred in carefully to maintain its shape. Additional mint can be garnished atop for visual appeal and aromatic freshness. This salad serves well as a side dish on warm days or alongside grilled proteins, offering a crisp and hydrating complement.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 5 cups watermelon cubed
- 2 cucumber peeled, sliced and quartered, large
- 1 ¼ cups feta cheese cubed
- 2 tablespoons mint finely chopped, fresh
Dressing Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 lime juiced (about 2 tablespoons juice)
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
- Make the dressing. Whisk the dressing ingredients together in a small bowl.
- Stir the salad. Stir the watermelon, cucumber, mint, and dressing in a large salad bowl.
- Add finishing touches. Add the feta and gently stir to combine. Garnish with additional mint if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 162 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 162kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 28mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 360mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 319mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 1001IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 185mg | 19% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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