Watermelon Feta Mint Salad (The Best Refreshing Recipe)

Cold, crisp, and refreshing—this watermelon feta mint salad is made with seedless watermelon, English cucumber, fresh mint, and salty feta, all tossed in a simple honey-lime dressing. It’s the perfect summer side.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword easy watermelon salad, refreshing watermelon salad, Summer Salad, Watermelon Feta Mint Salad, Watermelon Feta Salad, Watermelon Mint Salad, Watermelon Salad, Watermelon Salad with Feta

Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings

Calories 157kcal

Author Cathy Pollak

Equipment

measuring cups and spoons For accuracy.
Cutting board A stable surface for prepping the produce.
Chef's knife For cubing the watermelon and slicing the cucumber.
Citrus Juicer For squeezing the lime.
Serving Bowl For the final salad.
whisk Helps the dressing come together.

Ingredients

6 cups (~900 g) cubed, seedless watermelon, 1-2" cubes (best if it's cold) 1-2 inch (2.5–5 cm) cubes (best if it's cold)
2 cups (~220 g) sliced, English cucumber
⅔ cup (~100 g) feta cheese crumbled
1 tbsp. (15 ml) honey
2 tbsps. (30 ml) fresh lime juice
1½ tbsps. (22 ml) extra virgin olive oil
¼ tsp. (1.5 g) table salt
15 fresh mint leaves julienned

Instructions

Add the watermelon, cucumber, mint, and feta to a serving bowl. Gently toss until evenly combined.
6 cups (~900 g) cubed, seedless watermelon, 1-2" cubes (best if it's cold), 2 cups (~220 g) sliced, English cucumber, ⅔ cup (~100 g) feta cheese, 15 fresh mint leaves
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, lime juice, olive oil, and salt until fully blended.
1 tbsp. (15 ml) honey, 2 tbsps. (30 ml) fresh lime juice, 1½ tbsps. (22 ml) extra virgin olive oil, ¼ tsp. (1.5 g) table salt
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently again to coat.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for a few hours. If making ahead, wait to add the mint until just before serving.

Notes

For best results, cube the watermelon and chill it at least 1 hour before assembling the salad.
Block feta in brine has the best flavor and texture for this recipe.
The dressing can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Leftovers keep well for about a day—drain any excess liquid before serving again.

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