Description
A light and refreshing summer salad made with juicy watermelon, creamy feta, crisp cucumber, and fresh mint, tossed in a zesty lime dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- ½ garlic clove (minced)
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- 5 cups cubed watermelon
- Heaping 1 cup diced English cucumber
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
- ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 avocado (cubed)
- ⅓ cup torn fresh mint or basil leaves
- ½ jalapeño or serrano pepper (thinly sliced, optional)
- Sea salt
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, garlic and salt.
- Arrange the watermelon, cucumber, and red onions on a large plate or platter. Drizzle with half the dressing.
- Top with the feta, avocado, mint, and serrano pepper, if using, and drizzle with remaining dressing.
- Season to taste and serve.
Notes
For best flavor, use ripe and sweet watermelon. Feel free to substitute basil for mint for a different twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion