Description
Dive into the refreshing world of Greek Watermelon Salad, a vibrant dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer! This delightful salad combines sweet watermelon, crisp cucumbers, and tangy feta cheese, creating a flavor explosion that will leave your taste buds dancing. It’s not just easy to prepare—taking only 10 minutes—but also incredibly versatile, making it the ideal addition for picnics, barbecues, or casual family dinners. Whether served on its own or as a complement to grilled favorites, this salad is guaranteed to impress. Get ready for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups watermelon cubes (deseeded)
- 1 cup chopped Persian or English cucumber
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
- 10–12 mint leaves (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine watermelon cubes, chopped cucumber, sliced red onion, and finely chopped mint leaves.
- In another bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until well combined.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg