Description
A fresh and hydrating summer salad combining sweet watermelon, crisp cucumber, fragrant herbs, and a zesty lime dressing. Optional feta and extras like avocado or chili flakes elevate this easy dish into a refreshing favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cubed seedless watermelon
- 2 cups sliced English cucumber
- 1/4 cup fresh mint or basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta (optional)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Add-Ins:
- Thinly sliced red onion
- Avocado cubes
- Arugula
- Chili flakes
- Mango or pineapple chunks
Instructions
- Prepare produce: Cube the watermelon and slice the cucumber. Peel and de-seed cucumbers if not using English variety.
- Chop herbs: Finely chop mint or basil.
- Mix base: In a large bowl, combine watermelon, cucumber, and herbs.
- Make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Toss: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Top & serve: Add crumbled feta before serving. Chill and enjoy within an hour for best texture.
Notes
- Feta adds a salty contrast — leave out for vegan version.
- Great served as a light side for grilled meats or summer BBQs.
- Add arugula or red onion for more bite, or mango for a tropical twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Summer
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: watermelon cucumber salad, summer salad, lime mint salad, feta salad, gluten free salad, refreshing side dish