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Watermelon Feta Salad

This vibrant salad combines juicy, sweet watermelon chunks with tangy feta cheese and fresh mint, tossed together with lemon juice, olive oil, and a sprinkle of black pepper. The textures are crisp and juicy, with the feta adding a creamy saltiness that balances the sweetness of the fruit. It’s a light, refreshing dish perfect for warm days or as a quick, flavorful appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups watermelon cubes ripe and juicy
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves torn
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
  • pinch chili flakes optional

Equipment

  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Start by chopping your ripe watermelon into juicy, bite-sized cubes. Feel the satisfying squish as you cut through the flesh, releasing sweet juice onto your hands and the cutting board.
  2. Crumble the feta cheese into uneven chunks, pressing gently so they catch the watermelon juices and add a salty tang to each bite.
  3. Tear fresh mint leaves into small pieces, releasing their cooling aroma, and set them aside to add later.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the watermelon cubes and feta chunks. Drizzle with freshly squeezed lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil, then toss gently to coat everything evenly.
  5. Sprinkle in the torn mint leaves and a pinch of freshly cracked black pepper. Add chili flakes if you like a touch of heat. Toss again to distribute the flavors and aromas.
  6. Give the salad a taste and adjust the seasoning with a little more lemon or salt if needed—remember, balancing sweetness and salt makes all the difference.
  7. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor and the crispest texture, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld beautifully. Enjoy this refreshing, colorful dish!