5-Minute Watermelon Feta Salad: Light & Refreshing
When summer heat beckons for something light and invigorating, the 5-Minute Watermelon Feta Salad is your perfect solution. This vibrant dish blends sweet, juicy watermelon with creamy feta cheese and fragrant mint, creating a delightful contrast of flavors that refreshes your palate. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or quick lunches, this salad bursts with summer vibes in every bite. With its ease of preparation and beautiful presentation, it’s sure to impress at any gathering. Plus, you can customize it with your favorite greens or nuts, making it as versatile as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cubed seedless watermelon
- ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves
- ¼ cup sliced red onion
- ½ cup arugula or baby spinach
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime or lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes and place in a large mixing bowl.
- Add crumbled feta cheese, chopped mint leaves, and sliced red onion to the bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine without breaking up the ingredients.
- For enhanced flavor, chill for 15–30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg