Description
A refreshing watermelon and cucumber salad that’s perfect for summer gatherings or a light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups watermelon, cubed
- 2 cups cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the watermelon, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and mint leaves.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For added flavor, try adding a squeeze of lime juice.
- Feel free to substitute feta with goat cheese for a different taste.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for a day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 5
Keywords: watermelon salad, cucumber salad, summer salad, healthy salad, refreshing salad