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Fresh Watermelon Cucumber Feta Salad

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A quick, refreshing summer salad combining sweet watermelon, crisp cucumber, tangy feta, fresh mint, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect as a light snack or side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups watermelon, cut into 1-inch bite-sized cubes (seedless preferred)
  • 2 medium cucumbers, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • A handful fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
  • 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, freshly cracked, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cut about 4 cups of watermelon into 1-inch cubes, removing rind carefully. Place in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Peel and dice 2 medium cucumbers into cubes similar in size to the watermelon. Add to the bowl.
  3. If using, thinly slice 1/4 small red onion, soak in cold water for 5 minutes, drain, and add to the bowl.
  4. Crumble 1 cup of feta cheese evenly over the fruit and vegetables.
  5. Wash and roughly chop a handful of fresh mint leaves and add to the bowl.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
  7. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly without breaking up the watermelon cubes.
  8. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

If watermelon is too watery, drain excess juice before tossing to avoid sogginess. Store dressing separately if prepping ahead. Crumble feta by hand for better texture. Toss gently to keep watermelon cubes intact. Mint adds a refreshing herbal note; do not skip. Variations include swapping feta for goat cheese or using lime juice instead of lemon. For vegan option, omit feta and add toasted nuts or seeds.

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Keywords: watermelon salad, cucumber salad, feta salad, summer salad, refreshing snack, easy salad, healthy salad, vegetarian salad, gluten-free salad

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