Refreshing Summer BBQ Watermelon Feta Salad
Sweet watermelon and salty feta cheese make an unbeatable combination that’s ideal for hot summer days. This Mediterranean-style salad takes just minutes to assemble and gets better as it chills.
You’ll love how the mint and lime brighten everything up while the red onion adds just enough bite to balance the sweetness.
Choosing the Right Watermelon for Maximum Flavor
A ripe watermelon makes or breaks this salad. Look for one that feels heavy for its size and has a creamy yellow spot where it sat on the ground. When you knock on it, you should hear a deep, hollow sound rather than a high-pitched thud.
Cut your watermelon into bite-sized chunks rather than thin slices. The chunks hold their shape better and give you the right ratio of watermelon to cheese in each forkful. Pat the pieces dry with paper towels after cutting to prevent the salad from getting watery.
Highly Recommended
Refreshing Summer BBQ Watermelon Feta Salad
Equipment Needed
- Large serving bowl
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Small whisk or fork
Instructions
- Prepare watermelon: Cut watermelon into 1-inch chunks, removing seeds as you go. Pat chunks dry with paper towels and place in a large serving bowl.
- Add remaining ingredients: Add crumbled feta cheese, thinly sliced red onion, and roughly chopped mint leaves to the bowl with watermelon.
- Make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, kosher salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Combine and chill: Pour dressing over watermelon mixture and gently toss to combine. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving. The salad should be well-chilled, the flavors melded together, and the mint should look bright green and fresh.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving (1 serving)
