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Fresh Watermelon Feta Salad with Mint and Lime

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A refreshing and easy summer salad combining juicy watermelon, salty feta, fresh mint, and zesty lime juice. Perfect for hot days and quick gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups watermelon, cubed (seedless preferred)
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
  • Juice of 1 large lime (about 2 tablespoons), freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Pinch or two of sea salt
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cut watermelon into roughly 1-inch cubes, about 6 cups total. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Remove mint leaves from stems and roughly chop to about 1/4-inch pieces. Add to the watermelon bowl.
  3. Crumble 1 cup of feta cheese finely and sprinkle over the watermelon and mint.
  4. In a small bowl, combine lime juice and extra virgin olive oil. Add a pinch of sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Whisk gently.
  5. Pour the lime dressing over the salad ingredients. Gently toss everything together to coat without breaking up the watermelon cubes.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt or lime juice if needed.
  7. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes in the fridge to meld flavors. Avoid long storage to prevent sogginess.

Notes

Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Handle watermelon gently to avoid mushiness. Prepare just before serving or within an hour to prevent sogginess. Optional: add honey or agave syrup if watermelon is dry. Variations include grilled watermelon, nut toppings, herb swaps, or vegan cheese substitutes.

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Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, summer salad, mint, lime, refreshing salad, easy salad recipe

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