Description
A refreshing salad combining the sweetness of watermelon and the crispness of cucumber, perfect for summer barbecues or a light lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups watermelon, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the diced watermelon, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and fresh mint in a large bowl.
- Mix the dressing ingredients (olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper) in a separate small bowl until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate for about 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
Notes
For a creamier texture, you can substitute feta with goat cheese. Use lime juice instead of balsamic for a zesty twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg