How to Make Watermelon Summer Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

As the temperatures rise and the days get longer, there's nothing quite like enjoying a refreshing and hydrating watermelon salad during the summer months. Bursting with sweet and juicy watermelon, crisp cucumbers, tangy feta cheese, and refreshing mint, this watermelon summer salad is the perfect dish to serve at any outdoor gathering, BBQ, or just as a light and healthy side dish for a weeknight dinner.

This salad is not only delicious, but it's also incredibly easy to make and requ...

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup halved, thinly sliced red onion
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 ½ quarts seeded, cubed watermelon
  • ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ½ cup pitted black olive halves
  • 1 cup chopped fresh mint
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Place the onion slices in a small bowl with the lime juice. The acid of the lime will mellow the flavor of the raw onion. Let stand for 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, combine the watermelon cubes, feta cheese, black olives, onions with the lime juice, and mint. Drizzle olive oil over it all, and toss to blend. Dig in and be prepared for a pleasant surprise!
  • Nutrition

    157 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 17mg
    • Sodium: 315mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 17mg
    • Calcium: 126mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 215mg