As strange as it sounds, sweet, juicy watermelon with feta, red onion and mint is a winning combination. This summery, light salad is refreshing and is perfect for a summer barbeque.
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Watermelon Salad
Prep: 10 minutes
Total: 10 minutes
Salad
Italian
Servings4 as side
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As strange as it sounds, sweet, juicy watermelon with feta, red onion and mint is a winning combination. This summery, light salad is refreshing and is perfect for a summer barbeque.
Ingredients
- 1 kg / 2 lbs watermelon
- 1 small Spanish red onion , finely sliced
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper
- 5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 1/2 tbs fresh mint , roughly chopped
- 75 g / 3 oz Danish feta cheese , crumbled into medium size pieces
- Whole mint sprigs , to garnish
Instructions
- Cut the flesh from the melon and cut into bite size pieces, removing and discarding the seeds, and set aside. Peel and halve the onion, and thinly slice.
- In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, salt, pepper, and whisk until salt is dissolved. Slowly whisk in the olive oil, a few drops at a time. Add in the chopped mint, taste, and adjust seasonings.
- In a large bowl, combine the melon, onion, and feta. Pour the dressing over the melon mixture and toss gently until everything is coated and evenly mixed. Garnish with mint sprigs.
Absolutely loved this watermelon salad. It’s so refreshing and really easy to put together. Very moreish so I suggest making double!
I made this for lunch guests recently & it was a BIG hit (I was asked for the recipe). It’s my family’s favourite summer salad! The colour & flavours along with the texture are all a delight!
Thank you for sharing the best recipe. I am eagerly waiting for weekend to try this recipe.
Have a nice weekend of cooking Mary! N x
I actually add sliced chicken breast marinated in mojito marinade, with pine seeds. as a full lunch.
Great idea Jacqueline!
I can imagine the sweetness of watermelon, the saltiness of feta, and the kick from the red onions. It does feel strange at first but when you really think about it, it’s a great combination – sweet and salty! 🙂
It’s SO GOOD!!!
Another hit! We have a daughter who is milk allergic (not just lactose intolerant) so we have goat cheese of numerous varieties in our home. This was a big hit with her!
I’m so glad Josie! Thank you so much for coming back to let me know! N x
Interesting! Will definitely try this!
I was very dubious before I first tried it…..but it’s really good! It’s very Italian, from what I understand, that’s where it originated! 🙂
Oooh, watermelon and feta. That’s actually a really good combo. I know a lot of watermelon salads end up sounding weird, but it’s such a versatile fruit, it actually works!
I absolutely agree!
This sounds so refreshing on a hot summer day. Would be a great addition to any pot luck!
Agree! It is absolutely perfect for summer! Thanks for dropping by 🙂
i love watermelon. i never had a salad with it but it looks great!
Believe me, I was cynical too when I first made it, but I was so glad I tried it! It truly is absolutely delicious. Thanks for dropping by!