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Fresh watermelon cucumber feta salad with mint and lime dressing

Watermelon and Cucumber Salad

A refreshing summer salad featuring crisp cucumbers, sweet watermelon, salty feta, and bright mint, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups watermelon, cubed (seedless) Use seedless watermelon for ease.
  • 2 large cucumbers, sliced into 1/4 inch half-moons English or Persian cucumbers are preferred.
  • 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled Chunky pieces work best.
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn Tear mint instead of chopping to avoid bruising.
  • 1/4 red onion thinly sliced (optional) Omit if serving to children.
Dressing and Seasoning
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Juice of lime
  • 1 pinch salt
  • to taste fresh cracked black pepper
Optional Additions
  • 1 handful toasted pine nuts or pumpkin seeds For added crunch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the watermelon into bite-size cubes and collect any juice in a bowl.
  2. Slice the cucumbers into 1/4 inch half-moons. If watery, sprinkle with a light pinch of salt, let sit for 10 minutes, then pat dry with paper towels.
  3. Crumble the feta into chunky pieces.
Mixing
  1. In a large bowl, combine the watermelon, cucumber, feta, and torn mint leaves. Add the red onion if using.
  2. Drizzle with olive oil and squeeze the lime juice over the salad. Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
  3. Gently toss the salad with a large spoon or your hands.
Serving
  1. Let the salad rest at room temperature for about 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  2. Serve chilled or at room temperature, topping with toasted pine nuts or pumpkin seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate. Best consumed within 24-48 hours for optimal freshness.

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