Watermelon's 92% water content perfectly balances feta's 25% salt content—this ratio was discovered by Greek taverna owners in 1960s America.
Watermelon Cucumber Salad with Feta
Dive into a refreshing burst of summer with our Watermelon Cucumber Salad featuring creamy feta! This vibrant dish combines juicy watermelon, crisp cucumbers, and a sprinkle of tangy feta for the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Toss in some fresh mint for an extra zing, and you’ve got a delightful treat that’s as beautiful as it is delicious!
Prep
15
min
Cook
0
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(6)
- 1 Persian cucumber, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (45 ml)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, plus more to garnish (30 ml)
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (1.25 ml)
- ½ large watermelon, cubed (about 8 cups)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- 4 ounces feta, crumbled or cubed (113 g)
🫙Pantry Staples(2)
- 1 tablespoon honey (15 ml)
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil (60 ml)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt (2.5 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Place the watermelon, cucumbers, red onion, feta and mint in a large bowl.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt and pepper.
- 3
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
- 4
Chill until ready to serve.
- 5
Garnish with more mint leaves before serving.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Salt cucumber slices and let sit for 15-20 minutes, then pat dry to remove 30-40% of water content and prevent the salad from becoming watery.technique15-20 minutes, 30-40% water reduction
- ✓Cut watermelon into 1-inch cubes and chill for at least 2 hours before assembly because cold watermelon releases less juice and maintains firmer texture.timing1-inch cubes, 2 hours
- ✓Use a 3:1 ratio of olive oil to acid in your dressing because watermelon's high water content (92%) will dilute the dressing significantly.ingredient3:1 ratio, 92% water content
- ✓Add feta cheese just before serving to prevent the salt from drawing out watermelon juices, which would make the cheese soggy and the salad watery.timing
- ✓Bruise mint leaves gently by clapping them between your palms to release essential oils without blackening the edges from knife damage.technique
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Prep
15
min
Cook
0
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
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Watermelon's 92% water content perfectly balances feta's 25% salt content—this ratio was discovered by Greek taverna owners in 1960s America.
Watermelon Cucumber Salad with Feta
Dive into a refreshing burst of summer with our Watermelon Cucumber Salad featuring creamy feta! This vibrant dish combines juicy watermelon, crisp cucumbers, and a sprinkle of tangy feta for the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Toss in some fresh mint for an extra zing, and you’ve got a delightful treat that’s as beautiful as it is delicious!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(6)
- 1 Persian cucumber, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (45 ml)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, plus more to garnish (30 ml)
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (1.25 ml)
- ½ large watermelon, cubed (about 8 cups)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- 4 ounces feta, crumbled or cubed (113 g)
🫙Pantry Staples(2)
- 1 tablespoon honey (15 ml)
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil (60 ml)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt (2.5 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Place the watermelon, cucumbers, red onion, feta and mint in a large bowl.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt and pepper.
- 3
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
- 4
Chill until ready to serve.
- 5
Garnish with more mint leaves before serving.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Salt cucumber slices and let sit for 15-20 minutes, then pat dry to remove 30-40% of water content and prevent the salad from becoming watery.technique15-20 minutes, 30-40% water reduction
- ✓Cut watermelon into 1-inch cubes and chill for at least 2 hours before assembly because cold watermelon releases less juice and maintains firmer texture.timing1-inch cubes, 2 hours
- ✓Use a 3:1 ratio of olive oil to acid in your dressing because watermelon's high water content (92%) will dilute the dressing significantly.ingredient3:1 ratio, 92% water content
- ✓Add feta cheese just before serving to prevent the salt from drawing out watermelon juices, which would make the cheese soggy and the salad watery.timing
- ✓Bruise mint leaves gently by clapping them between your palms to release essential oils without blackening the edges from knife damage.technique