Description
Watermelon and Cucumber Salad is a light, refreshing dish perfect for summer. With juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, tangy feta, and fresh mint, it’s a delicious blend of sweet and savory flavors.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 1 large cucumber, sliced and halved
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine watermelon cubes, cucumber slices, and crumbled feta.
- Add chopped mint leaves and gently toss everything together.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Gently mix again and serve immediately, or chill for 15-20 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use English cucumber or Persian cucumbers for less bitterness and better crunch.
- Chill ingredients before assembling for a cooler, more refreshing salad.
- Best served the same day to avoid excess liquid from watermelon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg