Watermelon Cubes with Feta and Mint

Watermelon Cubes with Feta and Mint

Juicy watermelon cubes paired with salty feta and fresh mint for a cooling summer bite.

Total 15 min Makes 4 servings Calories 140/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Keto, Wheat free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher, Kosher for passover, Ashkenazi kosher for passover

Allergens

Dairy

This simple salad balances sweet, juicy watermelon with briny feta cheese and fragrant mint leaves, finished with a drizzle of olive oil and a splash of lime. It works well as a light appetizer, a side for grilled meats, or a refreshing snack on a hot day.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 4 ounces feta cheese, cut into small cubes
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon flaky sea salt
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Method

  1. Cut the watermelon into 1-inch cubes and place in a large bowl.

  2. Add the feta cubes and torn mint leaves to the bowl with the watermelon.

  3. Drizzle the olive oil and lime juice over the top.

  4. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and black pepper, then gently toss to combine without crushing the watermelon.

  5. Serve immediately, or chill for 10 minutes before serving for a colder bite.

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    Watermelon Cubes with Feta and Mint

    This simple salad balances sweet, juicy watermelon with briny feta cheese and fragrant mint leaves, finished with a drizzle of olive oil and a splash of lime. It works well as a light appetizer, a side for grilled meats, or a refreshing snack on a hot day.

    15 min 4 servings 140 cal

    Ingredients

    • 4 cups watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
    • 4 ounces feta cheese, cut into small cubes
    • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
    • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon lime juice
    • 1/4 teaspoon flaky sea salt
    • freshly ground black pepper, to taste

    Method

    1. 1

      Cut the watermelon into 1-inch cubes and place in a large bowl.

    2. 2

      Add the feta cubes and torn mint leaves to the bowl with the watermelon.

    3. 3

      Drizzle the olive oil and lime juice over the top.

    4. 4

      Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and black pepper, then gently toss to combine without crushing the watermelon.

    5. 5

      Serve immediately, or chill for 10 minutes before serving for a colder bite.