Watermelon Cucumber Salad with Feta and Mint Recipe
A refreshing and vibrant Watermelon Cucumber Salad with Feta and Mint, perfect for a light summer dish. This salad combines juicy watermelon, crisp cucumbers, tangy feta cheese, and aromatic fresh herbs, all dressed with lime juice and optional olive oil and balsamic vinegar for a delightful balance of flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Produce
- 1 mini or 1/2 large watermelon (about 4 cups, rind removed and cubed)
- 2 baby or Persian cucumbers (sliced)
- 1–2 tablespoons fresh mint (thinly sliced)
- 1–2 tablespoons fresh basil (thinly sliced)
- 1 lime (juiced, plus wedges for garnish)
Dairy
- 3–4 ounces feta cheese (cubed or crumbled)
Pantry
- Kosher or flaked sea salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
- Olive oil (optional, to taste)
- Balsamic vinegar (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Watermelon and Cucumbers. Remove the rind from the watermelon, slice it into 1-inch cubes. Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds for texture contrast.
- Prepare the Herbs and Feta. Slice the fresh basil and mint into thin slivers. Cube or crumble the feta cheese depending on your preference.
- Combine Ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the watermelon cubes, sliced cucumbers, feta cheese, and fresh herbs.
- Dress the Salad. Spritz the salad with the juice of one lime. Season with kosher or flaked sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. If desired, drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar for added depth of flavor. Stir very gently to mix all ingredients without crushing the delicate watermelon.
- Garnish and Serve. Garnish the salad with extra sprigs of fresh herbs and lime wedges on the side. Serve immediately for best freshness and enjoy!
Notes
- Use Persian or baby cucumbers as they are less bitter and have thinner skin, making them ideal for raw salads.
- Adjust the amount of lime juice, salt, and pepper to taste for personal preference.
- Olive oil and balsamic vinegar are optional but add a nice richness and tanginess to balance the sweetness of the watermelon.
- This salad is best served fresh and can be refrigerated for up to an hour before serving.
Keywords: watermelon cucumber salad, summer salad, feta salad, mint salad, fresh salad, healthy salad, no-cook recipe, vegetarian summer dish
