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Fresh Cucumber Watermelon Salad with Feta

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A bright and refreshing summer salad combining juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, tangy feta, and red onion with a light olive oil and lime dressing. Perfect for quick, fuss-free gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups watermelon, cubed (ripe, seedless)
  • 2 medium cucumbers, peeled and sliced
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled (preferably Greek feta)
  • 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced and soaked in cold water for 10 minutes
  • A handful of fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cut about 4 cups of watermelon into bite-sized cubes and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Peel and slice 2 medium cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons and add to the bowl.
  3. Thinly slice half a small red onion, soak in cold water for 10 minutes, drain well, and add to the bowl.
  4. Roughly chop a handful of fresh mint leaves and add to the bowl.
  5. Gently crumble 1 cup of feta cheese over the salad, being careful not to overmix.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, juice of 1 lime, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  7. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss with salad servers or large spoons to combine evenly.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice if needed.
  9. Serve immediately or chill for up to an hour before serving.

Notes

Chill watermelon beforehand to keep salad cool. Soak red onion slices in cold water to mellow sharpness. Toss gently to avoid crushing watermelon and releasing too much juice. For make-ahead, keep dressing separate and toss just before serving.

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Keywords: watermelon salad, cucumber salad, feta salad, summer salad, easy salad, fresh salad, healthy salad, vegetarian salad, gluten-free salad

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