Fresh Watermelon Feta Salad with Mint & Basil
A quick, refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon, salty feta, and fragrant mint and basil herbs, perfect for light meals or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cubed seedless watermelon (about 600 grams)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 150 grams)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup torn or chopped fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (optional)
- Flaky sea salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut off the rind and cube about 4 cups of watermelon into bite-sized pieces.
- Finely chop 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves and roughly tear or chop 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves.
- In a large bowl, gently toss the watermelon cubes with the chopped mint and basil.
- Crumble 1 cup of feta cheese over the watermelon mixture and stir lightly to distribute.
- Drizzle 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil and 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice over the salad.
- Season with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, then toss gently until everything is coated.
- Taste and adjust salt or lime juice if needed. Serve immediately or chill for up to 30 minutes.
Notes
Use ripe watermelon for maximum sweetness. Be gentle when tossing to avoid breaking down the watermelon. Chill ingredients before assembling for extra refreshment. Drain excess watermelon juice before adding feta to prevent sogginess. Substitute feta with goat cheese or dairy-free alternatives for different textures or dietary needs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 1.5
- Protein: 5.5
Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, summer salad, mint basil salad, refreshing salad, easy salad recipe