North American

Watermelon Salad with Feta

9 ingredients

Watermelon Salad with Feta

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons quality extra virgin olive oil
  • pinch of salt
  • 1/2 watermelon (peeled, cut into cubes)
  • 1 English (or Hot House cucumber, cubed (about 2 cupfuls of cubed cucumbers))
  • 15 fresh mint leaves, (chopped)
  • 15 fresh basil leaves, (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, (more to your liking)

Instructions

  1. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, lime juice, olive oil and pinch of salt. Set aside for a moment.
  2. Make the Salad: In a large bowl or serving platter with sides, combine the watermelon, cucumbers, and fresh herbs.
  3. Finish and Serve: Top the watermelon salad with the dressing and gently toss to combine. Top with the feta cheese and serve!
  4. Shallots or red onions: Thinly sliced shallots will add a little punch and an extra pop of color.
  5. Avocado: Dice up a creamy avocado to add a little indulgence and healthy fat to this salad.
  6. Hot peppers: You can slice up some jalapeño rings for added crunch and heat.