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Fresh Watermelon Feta Salad with Mint and Balsamic

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A refreshing summer salad combining sweet watermelon, creamy feta, fresh mint, and aged balsamic vinegar for a perfect balance of flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups watermelon, cubed (seedless if possible)
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons aged balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • Optional: squeeze of fresh lime juice

Instructions

  1. Rinse the watermelon under cold water. Cut the watermelon in half, then into quarters. Slice away the rind and cut the flesh into approximately 1-inch cubes. Place the cubes into a large mixing bowl.
  2. Rinse fresh mint leaves, pat dry, remove from stems, and roughly chop. Add the chopped mint to the watermelon bowl.
  3. Crumble about 1 cup of feta cheese over the watermelon and mint.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons aged balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, a pinch of sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste until combined and slightly emulsified.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the watermelon, mint, and feta mixture. Gently toss the salad to coat everything evenly without mashing the watermelon. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Chill the salad in the fridge for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Serve cold.

Notes

Handle watermelon gently to avoid crushing cubes and releasing too much juice. Add salt sparingly as feta is salty. Use aged balsamic vinegar for a richer flavor. Chill salad for at least 15 minutes before serving for best taste. Optional lime juice adds brightness.

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Keywords: watermelon salad, feta salad, summer salad, mint, balsamic vinegar, refreshing salad, easy salad recipe

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