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Watermelon and Feta Salad

This dish combines ripe watermelon chunks with crumbled feta cheese and fresh mint leaves. The ingredients are assembled fresh, highlighting contrasting textures of juicy fruit and crumbly cheese, resulting in a vibrant, visually appealing salad with a combination of sweetness, saltiness, and herbal freshness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • Watermelon cubes 4 cups, ripe and seedless: Sweet, juicy, and hydrating base.
  • Feta cheese ½ cup, crumbled: Adds salty, tangy contrast to the sweetness.
  • Fresh mint leaves ¼ cup, roughly chopped: Provides fresh, aromatic lift.
  • Olive oil 1 tablespoon, optional: Adds smoothness and richness when drizzled.

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Sharp Knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoon (for olive oil)
  • Serving dish

Method
 

  1. Cube the ripe watermelon into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Crumble the feta cheese and add it to the watermelon.
  3. Roughly chop the fresh mint leaves and sprinkle them over the salad.
  4. Drizzle with a tablespoon of olive oil if desired .
  5. Gently toss to combine, ensuring that the watermelon, feta, and mint are evenly distributed without crushing the ingredients.
  6. Serve immediately, or chill for 10–15 minutes to enhance flavors before serving.