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Fresh Watermelon Feta Mint Salad

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A quick, easy, and refreshing summer salad combining sweet watermelon, salty feta, crisp cucumber, and fresh mint for a light and hydrating dish perfect for hot days.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups watermelon, cubed (seedless or seeds removed)
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 large cucumber, peeled and sliced or diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped or whole
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Pinch of sea salt, to taste
  • Pinch of freshly ground black pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cut about 4 cups (600 grams) of watermelon into bite-sized cubes. Remove any seeds if necessary.
  2. Peel one large cucumber (about 300 grams), then slice or dice into pieces similar in size to the watermelon cubes. Set aside.
  3. Take about 1/4 cup (10 grams) of fresh mint leaves and either chop finely or tear gently by hand.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, gently toss watermelon, cucumber, and mint together using a light hand to avoid crushing the watermelon.
  5. Crumble 1 cup (150 grams) of feta cheese over the salad, adding it last to keep its crumbly texture.
  6. Drizzle 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of extra virgin olive oil and 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of freshly squeezed lime juice over the salad. Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt and, if using, a pinch of black pepper. Toss gently just to combine.
  7. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed, adding extra lime juice or salt as desired.
  8. If serving later, refrigerate the salad uncovered or lightly covered for 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors marry, but do not leave too long to avoid sogginess.

Notes

Be gentle when tossing to avoid crushing the watermelon and making the salad soggy. Use fresh lime juice for brightness. Refrigerate uncovered or lightly covered for 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 24 hours. For vegan version, substitute feta with firm tofu or vegan feta alternative.

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