Description
A refreshing watermelon feta salad with fresh herbs and tangy marinated onions, perfect for warm-weather meals and gatherings.
Ingredients
- For the marinated onions:
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- For the salad:
- 5 cups watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine sliced red onion, red wine vinegar, honey, and salt. Let sit for 10–15 minutes to marinate.
- In a large bowl, add watermelon cubes, cucumber slices, feta cheese, chopped mint, and chopped basil.
- Drain excess liquid from the marinated onions and add them to the salad.
- Drizzle olive oil and lime juice over the salad.
- Gently toss everything together until combined.
- Sprinkle with black pepper and serve chilled.
Notes
- Use chilled watermelon for the most refreshing flavor.
- Block feta packed in brine provides the creamiest texture and best taste.
- Avoid overmixing to keep the watermelon intact and reduce excess liquid.
- Add arugula, avocado, or toasted nuts for extra texture and flavor.
- Best served fresh, though leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
